The US 460 Pike County highway project, stretching from US 23 south of Pikeville to KY 195 in Marrowbone, stands as one of Palmer Engineering’s most significant roadway design achievements. Completed in December 2014 with a construction value of $250 million, the project addressed critical transportation needs by improving safety, efficiency, and connectivity for Eastern Kentucky.

National & Statewide Recognition

Palmer Engineering, in partnership with KYTC District 12, was honored with multiple awards for this transformative project, including:

• National Recognition Award – 2016 ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards

• Over $5 Million Construction Improvement Award – 2015 ASHE Awards

These awards highlight Palmer’s commitment to innovative roadway engineering, transportation infrastructure excellence, and long-lasting community impact.

Advancing Highway Engineering in Kentucky

The US 460 Pike County project demonstrates Palmer Engineering’s expertise in:

• Highway and roadway design

• Transportation safety improvements

• Large-scale infrastructure projects in Kentucky

• Collaborative engineering with KYTC and industry partners