Grants and Contracts Details
Description
Abstract
FRT 236, Evaluation of Noise Reduction Alternatives for Brent Spence Bridge
Corridor Project
10/1/22 – 3/31/23
The proposed project would provide KYTC with a report that provides a synopsis of current best
state-of-practice for noise reduction and potential mitigation efforts on both roadway pavement and
bridge structures post Louisville Southern Indiana Ohio River Bridge Project (LSIORBP). The project
shall look at specific benefits and drawbacks of permeable friction courses (one of the types of
pavements). KTC project report shall provide background information that includes a summary of
noise abatement options and previous studies.
Noise impacts due to transportation structures is a cause of concern for populations living near those
structures. FHWA regulates the highway traffic and construction noise through Title 23 CFR 772 rule
that requires each state highway agency (SHA) to revise its noise policy to be in accordance with this
final rule.
The new proposed companion bridge to the Brent Spence Bridge in northern Kentucky that carries
I-71 and I-75 traffic across the Ohio River will provide an additional river crossing to the west of the
existing structure. In addition to reducing congestion, improving safety, and increasing access to the
central business districts and local communities throughout the corridor, current plans call for the
separation of local and through traffic. Local traffic will use the existing Brent Spence Bridge and
through traffic will use the new companion bridge.
Status | Finished |
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Effective start/end date | 10/1/22 → 3/31/23 |
Funding
- KY Transportation Cabinet: $70,000.00
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