Lexington, KY (May 7, 2026) – A two-vehicle crash on northbound I-75 near the North Broadway off-ramp caused significant traffic delays in Lexington on Thursday, May 7, around 7 a.m.
The crash occurred just ahead of the North Broadway off-ramp near mile marker 113, reducing traffic to the right lane while emergency units worked the scene. Delays built up along I-75 North at exit 110 as a result. All lanes have since reopened.
One person was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. No further details about the circumstances of the crash had been released at the time of this writing.
The incident remains under review by authorities. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
How Do Morning Rush-Hour Crashes Affect I-75 Traffic in Lexington?
I-75 through Lexington is one of the most heavily traveled stretches of interstate in Kentucky, carrying a high volume of commuter traffic during the morning hours. When a crash reduces the number of open lanes, vehicles are forced to merge, which slows the flow of traffic significantly. Even a single blocked lane near a busy exit can cause backups stretching well beyond the crash site.
The North Broadway corridor is a heavily used exit point for drivers heading into central Lexington. A crash in that area during peak morning hours tends to affect not just the interstate but also the surface streets that drivers divert onto as alternatives. The ripple effect can last well after the crash scene is cleared.
Kentucky’s transportation department uses live traffic cameras to monitor situations like this in real time, allowing them to issue alerts and help drivers make informed decisions about alternate routes through Fayette County.
