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The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and contract crews will begin roadside mowing in the 10-county Somerset highway district May 17.

Mowing season stretches through early fall and includes three cutting cycles along the 2,365 miles of state-maintained highways in the 10 Somerset district counties: Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Lincoln, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Russell and Wayne.

Prior to mowing, crews will conduct a thorough sweep along the right of way to remove illegal signs and other obstructions that hamper mowing equipment.

In addition to mowing, crews will be on foot in the right of way trimming grass and removing litter.

Mowing and litter removal is a crucial part of the cabinet’s maintenance of a statewide highway system that includes more than 27,000 miles of roadway. Mowing and other right-of-way work helps maintain visibility for motorists.

Motorists are asked to use caution in the work zones and to allow mowers and other equipment plenty of room to safely operate.



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