Two-Week Closure Planned on KY 408/Oak Level Road in Benton

Road to be closed at mile point 6.5 starting March 16 for rehab work

Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:26am

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A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning an extended closure on KY 408/Oak Level Road at mile point 6.5 in Benton, starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 16, for roadway rehab work. The road will be closed to through traffic from KY 1558/Ivey Road to Cone Road, and the work is expected to last approximately two weeks, weather permitting.

Why it matters

This closure will impact travel in the Benton area, requiring motorists to self-detour around the work zone. Maintaining and improving Kentucky's roadways is crucial for supporting commerce, commuting, and overall transportation needs in the region.

The details

The contractor will be performing roadway rehabilitation work on KY 408/Oak Level Road at mile point 6.5 in Benton. During this time, the road will be closed to through traffic between KY 1558/Ivey Road and Cone Road.

  • The closure will begin at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.
  • The work is expected to last approximately two weeks, weather permitting.

The players

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC)

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Kentucky's transportation infrastructure.

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What’s next

Motorists are advised to self-detour around the work zone during the closure.

The takeaway

This road closure is necessary for important infrastructure maintenance, but will require drivers in the Benton area to plan ahead and adjust their travel routes accordingly during the two-week project.