LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Local restaurants are asking for support after closures to River Road in Louisville.
A two-year construction project aimed at replacing water pipes on River Road is causing headaches for businesses. The project, launched by the Louisville Water Company, is set to span from Zorn Avenue to Prospect. It began in early March, but the impact on businesses along the route is being felt immediately.
While construction continues, patrons can still visit River House, KingFish, River Road BBQ, Haymarket, Cunningham's, Captains Quarters, The Pine Room and Limestone Bay.
Chris Saylor, president of the Kentucky Restaurant Association Louisville, wants the city to improve signage and directions during the ongoing construction.
"It's essential that visitors and residents alike are clearly informed that the local restaurants and businesses remain open and eager to serve their loyal patrons," Saylor said in a news release. "Our friends on River Road, in particular, have already faced a challenging year with flooding and severe weather conditions, including ice and snowstorms. Now, more than ever, it is time for us as consumers to rally behind our local restaurants and businesses. They need our support to continue thriving, and we must show our commitment to keeping them alive in these times."
The spring time can be a particular busy time for restaurants like River House and KingFish due to Lent, warmer weather and Kentucky Derby season.
"The road closure has created an unknown and inconvenient route for our guests," Gerg Wortham, executive vice president of KingFish, said in a news release. "While some regulars know the area, many others are deterred due to unclear directions. The initial media coverage stating the road would be closed for two years has caused confusion. Some customers have even brought in newspaper articles stating the road closure would affect us, with no mention that we, and other local businesses, remain open and accessible."
The Louisville Water Company expects the project to take about two years to complete. In ideal weather conditions, the company aims to lay about 200 feet of pipe per day.
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