WICKLIFFE – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans a work zone lane restriction on U.S. 51 at the Kentucky end of the U.S. 51 Ohio River “Cairo” Bridge in Ballard County Thursday morning at 8.

The lane restriction is necessary so guardrail damaged by a recent crash at the Kentucky end of the bridge can be replaced.

Traffic will be down to one lane and flaggers will alternate traffic flow.

This work zone is expected to be active until noon.

Some delays are possible during the movement and placement of equipment to facilitate the work. Use caution and watch out for equipment and workers in this area.