The U.S. 31-W Bypass is one lane each way from KY 234 to Park Street until fall 2027. KY 884 work zone runs to Sept. 2027. KYTC District 3: 270-746-7898.

Last checked Oct. 12, 2026. This page is refreshed every week. State projects come from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 3 office and its live work zone feed; city projects from Bowling Green Public Works.

Two governments build roads in Bowling Green. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 3 office runs the interstates and the numbered U.S. and KY routes, including I-65, I-165, the U.S. 31-W Bypass, Scottsville Road (U.S. 231) and Three Springs Road (KY 884). Bowling Green Public Works runs city streets, sidewalks and greenways.

Who to call

  • Live traffic, closures and crashes on state roads: GoKY, the state’s traffic map
  • State routes, I-65 and I-165: KYTC District 3, 270-746-7898, 900 Morgantown Road, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays. Report a problem on I-65, I-165 or a state highway.
  • City streets, potholes, signs and signals: Bowling Green Public Works, 270-393-3363
  • Sinkholes, right-of-way permits, stormwater: Public Works, 270-393-3628
  • Emergency or road hazard: 911, or police non-emergency 270-393-4000

State projects in Bowling Green

U.S. 31-W Bypass widening, KY 234 to Park Street

The biggest job in town. KYTC began lane closures for the U.S. 31-W Bypass widening in late March 2026 on the stretch from KY 234 (Fairview Avenue) north to Park Street.

  • Now: one through lane in each direction, with a single left-turn lane kept at the KY 234 intersection. KYTC warned of major delays and backups. Access to hospitals, medical offices and businesses stays open from the bypass.
  • When finished: the four-lane road becomes five lanes, with a center two-way left-turn lane, an added through lane, longer left-turn lanes at KY 234 and a raised median near KY 234.
  • Contractor: Scotty’s Contracting and Stone LLC, on a $7.4 million contract awarded in January 2026.
  • Done: KYTC expects the work zone to stay until fall 2027.

KYTC’s live work zone feed also listed a northbound U.S. 31-W work zone between mile markers 13.7 and 14.2 in Warren County on Oct. 12, scheduled through Friday, Oct. 16.

KY 884 (Three Springs Road)

KYTC’s work zone feed lists an active northbound KY 884 work zone between mile markers 8.7 and 9.6 in Warren County. It began July 14, 2026, and is scheduled to run until Sept. 30, 2027. Expect lane shifts and slower traffic on Three Springs Road and near I-165. For details on lane changes, call KYTC District 3 at 270-746-7898.

City projects

Bowling Green Public Works lists these on its active construction projects page (last updated by the city June 5, 2026):

  • Highland Way Greenway: about 4,100 feet of 8-foot-wide concrete path along Highland Way from Nashville Road to Smallhouse Road, with new curb ramps and pedestrian signal upgrades at Smallhouse Road.
  • Smallhouse Road Greenway: about 500 feet of 8-foot-wide path along Smallhouse Road from Campbell Lane to Thimblefinger Way.
  • Riverfront Park: the new park on about 71 acres along the Barren River, tied to the College Street Pedestrian Bridge. Phase I, by Scott and Murphy Inc., includes a new boat ramp, parking and sidewalks.
  • Tomblinson Way and Brookshore Avenue roundabout: a small roundabout at the entrance to Preston Miller Park, built by Scotty’s Contracting and Stone. The city says construction is substantially complete.
  • Sidewalk repairs: a $400,000 contract with Baker Contracting for sidewalks on the West End and along part of Center Street.

Street resurfacing

The city maintains about 569 lane miles of streets. The FY2026 resurfacing project, about $2 million with Scotty’s Contracting and Stone, is nearing completion, with 9.5 miles of streets finished. Streets that missed this round because of funding move to the FY2027 project. The street list is in the city’s FY26 resurfacing contract.

Sinkholes and karst

Bowling Green sits on karst, and sinkholes can close streets with little warning. In March 2026 a large sinkhole closed Cambridge Drive at Grinstead Way for about 30 days. Report a sinkhole to Public Works at 270-393-3628.

Leaf season parking

From Nov. 23 the city’s leaf crews work through 10 zones. Where parked cars block the work, the city may close streets to parking with 72 hours’ notice and temporary “No Parking” signs. Dates are in our trash and recycling guide.

Frequently asked questions

How long will the U.S. 31-W Bypass construction last in Bowling Green?

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet expects the work zone between KY 234 (Fairview Avenue) and Park Street to stay in place until fall 2027, with one through lane in each direction during construction.

Who do I call about a state highway or I-65 problem in Bowling Green?

Call the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 3 office at 270-746-7898, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays. It covers Warren County, including I-65, I-165 and the U.S. and KY routes.

Who fixes potholes on city streets in Bowling Green?

The City of Bowling Green Public Works Department handles potholes, signs, signals and sidewalks on city streets. Call 270-393-3363.

Where can I check Kentucky road closures and traffic?

GoKY, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s traffic site at goky.ky.gov, shows work zones, crashes and closures on state roads and interstates.