Section of U.S. 51 South in Hickman County Will Be Temporarily Blocked

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 1
 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Media Contact: Carrie Dillard
270-898-2431 (office)
270-519-8184 (cell)
carrie.dillard@ky.gov
A Section of U.S. 51 South in Hickman County Will Be Temporarily Blocked to Remove Stuck SemiExpect delays; seek alternate routes
PADUCAH, Ky.
(Feb. 18, 2025) – A section of U.S. 51 South in Hickman County, south of Clinton, will be temporarily blocked today as local law enforcement and emergency crews work to remove a commercial vehicle from the roadway.The semi was swept off the roadway along a flooded section of U.S. 51 S between the 4- and 5-mile markers this weekend after disregarding road closed signs. This is between KY 2209 and KY 780. There is no estimated duration.Motorists should be prepared for delays. Seek alternate routes if possible.