Cleanup of derailment site progresses, U.S. 41 targeted to reopen Monday

Updated 9 p.m.: CSX reports that removal of all remaining non-hazardous rail materials is expected to be completed by approximately 10:00 a.m. Monday. In coordination with this work, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will have road maintenance equipment on site to address any remaining heavy debris on the roadway if needed.

Following debris removal, a coordinated roadway washdown with the Trenton Volunteer Fire Department and sweeping operations will take place. CSX has a sweeper/scrubber unit on site to support final roadway cleaning. Upon completion, KYTC will conduct a final safety inspection.

Pending inspection and approval, the target time to reopen U.S. Highway 41 is approximately 1:00 p.m. Monday…

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