The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says that left uncontrolled, noxious weeds can grow so large that they interfere with a driver's line of vision on highways. They can also damage pavement and embankments and clog ditches, causing drainage problems. Noxious weeds often invade and destroy the roadside turf grass, leaving these areas vulnerable to erosion. They can also smother native plants.
Drivers are reminded to use extra caution when crews spraying for weeds are out on the roadways.
Property owners can request the eradication of nuisance weeds found on adjacent state-owned rights of way by submitting a written application to their local highway district office.
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