Linn Street closed as crews begin bridge reconstruction project

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A long-term closure of Linn Street over Interstate-75 in Cincinnati's West End is now in effect and will last for the next three years as crews begin work on the Brent Spence Bridge reconstruction project.

Why it matters

The Brent Spence Bridge is a critical transportation link between Ohio and Kentucky, and the reconstruction project aims to improve safety and capacity on the aging structure. The Linn Street closure will impact traffic patterns in the surrounding West End neighborhood during the multi-year construction.

The details

Linn Street has officially closed as crews begin the process of reconstructing the bridge that carries it over I-75. The closure is expected to last for the next three years as part of the larger Brent Spence Bridge project. Firefighters were able to contain a fire at an industrial building near the construction site, preventing it from spreading to nearby properties.

• Linn Street closed on April 1, 2026.
• The closure is expected to last for the next three years.

What’s next

Crews will continue work on the Brent Spence Bridge reconstruction project over the next three years, with the Linn Street closure remaining in effect during this time.