Kentucky Route 1927 (KY 1927) is a 16.366-mile (26.339 km) long east–west state highway located in and around the cities of Lexington and Winchester, Kentucky. The western terminus of the route is at US 60 (Winchester Road)east of downtown Lexington. The eastern terminus is at Kentucky Route 627 in downtown Winchester. KY 1927, along with U.S. Route 60 and Interstate 64 to the north, is one of three routes directly connecting Lexington to Winchester. In rural western Clark and eastern Fayette this road is considered one of the most dangerous because of its curves and trees. Many fatal accidents on this road has occurred more than any other major highway, road, or street in Winchester and Lexington.
The road is known by several names along its length, including Liberty Road, Todds Road, Colby Road, and Belmont Avenue.
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