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Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 (May 27 - June 2, 2021)

**Road Construction will not delay motorists as they travel Tennessee's highways this Memorial Day weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at noon on Friday, May 28 through 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1. This will provide maximum roadway capacity for motorists expected to travel in the state this Memorial Day weekend.**

DISTRICT 27

CLAY COUNTY SR-53 bridge repair over Dry Fork Creek (LM 1.3) and Mill Creek (LM 2.5): The contractor will continue work on Phase 2 and the southbound lane will remain open. The northbound lane will remain closed and a temporary signal system will be used to facilitate the flow of traffic through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and be prepared to stop while approaching the work zones located at LM 1.35 and 2.50. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 11' should seek alternate route.

[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNU198]

CLAY COUNTY SR-52 resurfacing from SR-53 (LM 20.6) to west of Poor House Road (LM 23.6): The contractor has completed resurfacing work on SR 52. The contractor will be on site intermittently to complete punch list work on this contract. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey the posted speed limit.

[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc./Moore/CNV005]

CLAY COUNTY SR-53 resurfacing from near the Obey River (LM 9.0) to the Kentucky State line (LM16.6): The contractor has completed resurfacing work on SR 53. The contractor will be on site intermittently to complete punch list work on this contract. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey the posted speed limit.

[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc./Moore/CNV005]

CLAY AND JACKSON COUNTY SR-135 and SR-151 resurfacing in Clay County and on SR-151 in Jackson County: The contractor has completed resurfacing work on SR 135 and SR 151 and will be on site intermittently to perform punch list work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey posted speed limit.

[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNU139]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 repair of the bridges over SR-1 (US-70) at MM 328.5: After Memorial Day, westbound I-40 near MM 328 will be reduced to one lane 24/7 to allow bridge repair over SR-1 (US-70) at Crab Orchard, TN. The contractor has installed a portable smart work zone system to assist motorists. However, delays can be expected. SR-1 (US-70) will be reduced to one lane with traffic signals near LM 24 at Crab Orchard, TN for bridge repair. Motorists should exercise caution and pay attention to the temporary traffic signals as they travel through the work zone. Eastbound I-40 has resumed two lanes of traffic at this location. RESTRICTIONS: Loads over 16 feet wide on westbound I-40 should seek an alternate route.

[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Bradley/CNU145]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 resurfacing from the SR-101 ramp (MM 321) to east of SR-1 (US-70) (MM 329): During this period, the contractor will have a lane closure eastbound on I-40 at Daddy's Creek Bridge in Cumberland County (near mm 326). This work involves repairing the epoxy overlay on the bridge and will require one lane to be closed 24 hours a day. Work is expected to be complete by Friday May 28, 2021.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNT364]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) bridge construction and paving from north of I-40 (LM 17.8) to near Potato Farm Road (LM 22.7): Construction signs have been installed with erosion control and clearing activities in progress. Temporary lane closures or traffic stoppages will be necessary as construction activities are in progress. Motorists should use caution while traveling through the work zone.

[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/Bradley/CNV009]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) paving near Arthur Seagraves Road (LM 2.5) to near Woodridge Lane (LM 6): The contractor will be performing safety-related construction activities that may require lane closures on SR-1 (US-70) between Arthur Seagraves Road and Woodbridge Lane. Construction signs will be installed, and flaggers will be present to direct traffic when needed.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNU919]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-101 (Peavine Road) grading, drainage, and paving from Firetower Road to Westchester/Catoosa Boulevard: Motorists should use caution while driving along Peavine Road and be alert for changes in traffic patterns. The posted speed limit has been reduced from 45 MPH to 35 MPH within the work zone. The existing speed limit within Fairfield Glade remains at 30 MPH. Temporary lane closures and/or traffic stoppages may be needed as paving, pavement markings, traffic signal work, and other construction activities continue. Motorists should reduce speed on Peavine Road and be alert for construction personnel/equipment entering and exiting the roadway.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNQ921]

DEKALB COUNTY SR-96 (DALE RIDGE RD.) TDOT Maintenance eastbound from LM 11 to LM 11.2: SR-96 is reduced to one lane with temporary signals from LM 11.0 to 11.2. This will remain in effect until slope stabilization work completion.

DEKALB AND WARREN COUNTY SR-56 construction of bridges and paving from south of Warren-Dekalb county line (LM 24.5) to East Bryant St. (LM 2.9): The contractor will continue installing concrete box culverts and drainage structures. Grade work, bridge work, paving operations, and utility work on the new roadway alignment are ongoing. Traffic is still using the existing SR-56; however, motorists are advised to use caution and watch for construction equipment adjacent to roadway. Flaggers may be present to move equipment across roadway, unload equipment, or complete utility work. The contractor currently performing grade work inside Smithville City Limits between Dearman Street and East Bryant Street. A traffic shift in this area will remain to allow contractor to complete work. A diversion remains in place for Williams Road to allow contractor to construct new alignment. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 mph in the construction zone. Motorists should use caution in this area and watch for flaggers and construction equipment.

[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/Harris/CNT011]

FENTRESS COUNTY SR-85 rock fall mitigation at LM 3.8: The contractor is schedule to have the roadway open to through traffic on 05/25/21. Once the roadway is open, contractor will be on site intermittently to perform punch list work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling through the work zone area.

[J and M Grading Division, LLC/Moore/CNU276]

FENTRESS AND OVERTON COUNTY SR-85 emergency slide repairs at various locations: The contractor has scheduled to open the road to through traffic on 05/28/21. Once the roadway is open to traffic, motorists are encouraged to use caution as the contractor will be on site intermittently to perform punch list work.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNT154]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-24 (MONTEREY HWY.) Utility Work northbound from LM 33.53 to LM 36.37: Single lane closure between Bee Rock Road and West Bishop Avenue. Signage, flaggers, and barrels will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment between 8 AM and 4 PM beginning 04/08/21 through 06/09/21. [2020-311]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-135 (Burgess Falls Road) grading, drainage, signals and paving at the intersection of West Cemetery Road (LM 6.6): Brief stoppages in traffic should be expected during daytime hours as the contractor works near the roadway. Motorist are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone.

[Rogers Group, Inc./James/CNU270]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-24 (US-70N) slide repair near LM 30.1: The contractor has installed barrier rail and began excavation work. Traffic will be reduced to one lane and controlled by temporary traffic signals at each end of the project. Be prepared to stop when traveling through the work zone.

[Rogers Group, Inc./James/CNU359]

 

DISTRICT 28

BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-30 (STATE HWY. 30) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.05 to LM 10.32: Mobile lane closure along SR-30 between SR-30 and SR-127 intersection and the Bledsoe County line. Signage, flaggers, and cones will be present, motorists should be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 2 PM between 03/15/21 through 06/15/21. [2020-408]

BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-30 slope stabilization at LM 12.5: Roadway is reduced to one lane. Traffic is controlled by signals.

[TDOT/Miner/MAINT]

BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) paving from north of Harvey Lewis Drive (LM 21.8) to the Cumberland County line (LM 29): The contractor will be resurfacing on US 127 (S.R. 28) from Harvey Lewis Drive to the Cumberland County Line. The roadway will be reduced to one lane controlled by a flagging operation when workers are present. Please use caution when traveling through the area.

[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc./Voiles/CNV002]

BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-30 bridge repair over the Sequatchie River (LM 10.36): The contractor will be working on SR-30 on the bridge over the Sequatchie River. The road will be reduced to one lane controlled by a traffic signal while repairs are made. Please use caution when traveling through the area. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 15' should seek alternate route.

[Jamison Construction, LLC/Voiles/CNV003]

COFFEE COUNTY SR-55 safety improvements from Belmont Road (LM 10) to Bowling Alley Road (LM 10.2) in Manchester: Weather Permitting, the contractor will be implementing a lane reduction daily between the hours of 7AM and 7PM to support project excavation work followed by paving installation of new turning lanes. Motorists should proceed with caution through the area and be aware of signage, personnel, and equipment.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Hussein/CNU316]

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-15 (SOLLACE M. FREEMAN HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 28.37 to LM 28.89: Mobile lane closure along SR-15 between Trimble Lane and Lake O'Donnel Drive. Signage, flaggers, and cones will be present, motorists should be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 2 PM between 06/01/21 through 06/25/21. [2020-786]

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-156 (JUMPOFF RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.36 to LM 0: Mobile lane closure along SR-156 between Midway Road and Logging Road. Signage, flaggers, and cones will be present, motorists should be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 2 PM between 06/01/21 through 06/25/21. [2020-786]

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-50 construction of a small drainage structure at (LM 7.6): The contractor may begin the paving installation on project if scheduling is permissible. The roadway may be reduced to one lane controlled by a flagging operation when workers are present. Motorist are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone.

[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Hussein/CNV062]

FRANKLIN, COFFEE, AND GRUNDY COUNTY SR-50 (US-64) resurfacing from west of Rutledge Ford Rd (LM 21.4) in Franklin County, through Grundy/Coffee County to near I-24 (LM 0.2) in Grundy County: The contractor may begin the milling removal process on project if scheduling is permissible. The roadway may be reduced to one lane controlled by a flagging operation when workers are present. Motorist are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone.

[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNV015]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-56 Utility Work both directions from LM 20.19 to LM 25.69: Mobile lane closures along SR-56 from the intersection of SR-56 and SR-108 to the intersection of SR-56 and Store Door Road. Motorists should use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment when traveling through the work zones. Signage, cones, and flaggers will be present between 7 AM to 4 PM starting 08/31/20 through 06/09/21. [2020-440]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-56 slide repair between LM 26.3 and LM 26.6: The road will remain one lane controlled by a temporary traffic signal while contractor completes slide repairs in the area. Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for flaggers and equipment.

[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Harris/CNU355]

MARION COUNTY I-24 westbound MM 166 to MM 167 slope stabilization: Right Shoulder closure from mile 167 to 166.4 West bound direction of I-24. Traffic Control signs are installed notifying of the shoulder closure.

[GeoStabilization International, LLC /Miner/MAINT]

MARION COUNTY SR-156 (SOUTH PITTSBURG MTN. RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0 to LM 1.66: Mobile lane closure along SR-156 between Midway Road and Logging Road. Signage, flaggers, and cones will be present, motorists should be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 2 PM between 06/01/21 through 06/25/21. [2020-786]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-28 (HWY. 28) Utility Work both directions at LM 4.17: Lane closures on SR-28 between Little Ponderosa Trail and Wilson Road. Motorists should use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment when traveling through the work zones. Signage, cones, and flaggers will be present between 9 AM to 2 PM starting 05/04/21 through 06/09/21. [2021-282]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-8 (US-127) repair of bridge over the Sequatchie River (LM 12.7): The contractor will be working on SR-8 on the bridge over the Sequatchie River. The road will be reduced to one lane controlled by a traffic signal while repairs are made. Please use caution when traveling through the area. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 11' should seek alternate route.

[Southern Constructors, Inc./Voiles/CNU148]

VANBUREN COUNTY SR-111 resurfacing from Sequatchie County line (LM 0) to north of Feedstore Drive (LM 12.5): The contractor has begun resurfacing operations on SR-111 from the Sequatchie County line to Log mile 12.51 in Van Buren. One lane will be closed while resurfacing operations are taking place. Please use caution when traveling through the area.

[Strawser Construction, Inc./Voiles/CNU298]

 

DISTRICT 29

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-2 (S. LEE HWY.) Utility Work northbound from LM 8.21 to LM 8.44: Lane closures between Grove Ave NW and Harrison Pike. Signage, flaggers and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment for nighttime and daytime work between 8 PM and 6 AM and 9 am to 2 pm Monday- Friday with an estimated completion 06/30/21. [2020-423/424]

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-74 (OCOEE ST. N.E.) Utility Work both directions from LM 16.26 to LM 16.88: Shoulder and single lane closure between Westview Drive NW and Keith Street NW. Signage and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 3 PM with an estimated completion 06/11/21. [2020-193]

BRADLEY COUNTY I-75 at Exit 33 (SR-308, Lauderdale Highway) bridge work and ramp upgrades: Starting Wednesday night of this reporting period, there will be a temporary lane closed on I75 NB and SB from MM 31 to MM 35. The lane closures will be from 7 PM- 6 AM.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Curtis/CNV124]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 interchange improvement at SR-2 (US-11, US-41, US-72, Broad Street) and SR-58 (Market Street): During this reporting period the contractor will be performing utility relocation work throughout the project. The left lane has been closed on southbound Market Street (SR-58) to allow implementation of a new traffic pattern in this area. This lane will remain closed until paving operations are complete. Two lanes of through traffic will be maintained at all times. Brief intermittent lane closures are also possible on Broad Street (SR-2) to allow for moving equipment and utility relocation.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/CNU011]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 Replacement of Belvoir Ave. bridge over I-24 and I-24 bridges over Germantown Road near MM 183: Single and double alternating lane closures on I-24 EB and WB will be used on 05/27/21, 06/01/21, and 05/26/21 from 9 PM and 6 AM. There will be single lane closures on North and South Terraces and in the north and south directions of Germantown Road under the I-24 Bridge and at the intersections of Germantown with North and South Terrace on 05/27/21, 05/28/21, 06/01/21 and 06/02/21 from 9 PM and 6 AM.

[Bell and Associates Construction, LP/Blevins/CMGC03]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction: Phase 3 traffic alignments have been implemented. Watch for trucks entering and exiting project. Traffic should expect multiple lane shifts traveling through the interchange. Lane closures will occur Sunday nights through Thursday nights between 9 PM and 6 AM at the following locations: I-75 NB MM 1, I-75 SB MM 3 and I-24 EB MM 184.0 Traffic pacing may occur throughout interchange Sunday nights through Thursday nights between 9 PM and 6 AM. Additionally, there may intermittent shoulder closures at various locations for access to the median and roadside areas. The Welcome Center is closed until 05/27/2021 to complete ramp work. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH throughout the interchange.

[C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc./Blevins/DB1801]

HAMILTON COUNTY US-27 (I-124) widening from I-24/US-27 interchange to north of the Olgiati Bridge over the Tennessee River, including widening the Olgiati Bridge: Thursday 05/26/21 thru Wednesday 06/02/21 – 7AM to 6PM Temporary right lane closure will be in place for southbound US-27 from the Olgiati Bridge to Exit 1C for ITS testing. Closure will follow holiday closure limits.

[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Curtis/CNP230]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 (HIXSON PK.) Utility Work northbound from LM 8.14 to LM 8.11: Shoulder and single lane closure between Big Ridge Road and Gold Crest Drive. Arrow board, signage and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment between 9 AM and 2 PM starting 05/19/21 through 06/04/21. [2021-091]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-8 (MARKET ST.) Utility Work southbound at LM 8.95: Single lane closure at SW corner intersection of Market Street and E. Martin Luther King Blvd. Signage barricades, and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment between 10 AM and 3:30 PM starting 05/27/21 through 06/02/21. [2021-162]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-29 (US-27) repair of the bridge over Big Soddy Creek (LM 20.6): The contractor will be performing bridge & roadway repair on the SR-29 bridge over Big Soddy Creek. During this report period the contractor will have one lane of SR-29 north-bound closed. At least one lane of traffic in both directions shall remain open at all times.

[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNU046]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (US-64, US-11) improvement of the intersection at Edgmon Road in Collegedale (LM 22.7), including grading, drainage and paving: Extra care should be taken while trucks are entering and exiting the roadway. One lane might be intermittently closed while work is ongoing. The public is advised to be aware of the newly established traffic pattern at the intersection. Additional flaggers will be onsite as needed.

[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNU012]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-312 resurfacing from south of Henry Road (LM 6.9) to west of SR-58 (LM 14.2): During this reporting period, there will be intermittent lane closures on this road as the Contractor will have flaggers directing traffic for the construction operation. The motoring public should expect possible long delays.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Curtis/CNV087]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-317 (Apison Pike) improvement project from SR-321 (Ooltewah-Ringgold Road) to east of Layton Lane: Lane closures and flagging operations will be required on SR-317, Apison Pike, to install power poles and transfer lines. The flagging operations will be performed on 05/27/21, 06/01/21, and 06/02/21 from 7 AM to 1 PM and 3 PM to 7 PM. Closures will last about 2 hours per location. There will also be a very short lane closure for blasting that will last five minutes or less on 06/02/21 off of Spalding Drive and Tucker Road. The contractor will also have a short flagging operation on SR-317 to drive piling for Bridge 5 Abutment 1 Phase 1. The contractor will have intermittent flagging operations during daytime non-peak hours for utility work, delivery of materials and equipment.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT336]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 (Amnicola Highway) bridge repair over SR-153: Contractor will be performing bridge repair operations on the Amnicola (SR-319) bridge over SR-153. During this project, SR-319 will have lane closures in place. Bridge repair over 153 will be performed between 8pm & 6am. During repair operations at least one lane of traffic shall remain open in all directions.

[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNV053]

HAMILTON COUNTY The construction of an S.I.A. to VW: The contractor will be grading, paving, constructing retaining wall(s) and installing signals & lighting on S.I.A. route connecting Ferdinand Piech Way & Volkswagen Dr. **The roadway is not open to traffic**. The traveling public should be alert to the entrance and exit of construction vehicles from the jobsite onto the connecting roadways. Flaggers may be onsite directing traffic.

[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNU221]

MCMINN COUNTY I-75 at SR-30 (Exit 49) and SR-305 (Exit 52) interchange improvements: During this reporting period the contractor will be working at Exit 52 widening the entrance and exit ramps. This work will require long term shoulder closures of SR305 at the I-75 interchange. On 05/27/21 and 5/28/21, flaggers will be present to regulate traffic during a concrete pour. Brief delays are possible accessing I-75 SB and NB from SR305 from 4 AM to 7 AM. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for workers on the interstate ramps.

[APAC - Atlantic, Inc./Wagner/CNU352]

POLK COUNTY SR-33 (HWY. 411) Utility Work both directions from LM 9.9 to LM 14: Mobile lane closures SR-40 junction to Ocoee River Bridge as crews transition work zone. Motorists should use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment when traveling through the work zones. Signage, cones, and flaggers will be present between 9 AM to 3 PM with an estimated completion of 06/25/21. [2019-245]

POLK COUNTY SR-40 (US-64) bridge over the Ocoee River: During this reporting period, the contractor will be working on foundations for the new bridge and relocation of utilities on the east side of the river. The right shoulder of SR-40 (US-64) is closed for the duration of this work. Brief intermittent lane closures are possible on SR-40 (US-64) Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5:30 PM to allow for utility work and moving equipment/supplies. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for trucks entering/leaving the highway.

[Charles Blalock and Sons, Inc./Wagner/DB1802]

POLK COUNTY SR-40 (US-64) emergency slope stabilization near LM 20.5: During this reporting period the contractor may have brief intermittent closures of the shoulders of US-64 to perform final clean-up and to work on the punchlist. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for vehicles parked on the shoulders of US-64.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/CNU909]

RHEA COUNTY The grading, drainage, construction of bridges, paving and signals on a S.I.A. route serving Nokian Tyres: Construction activity at the Nokian Tyres SIA project continues just North of Dayton, TN. The traveling public should be alert to construction vehicles entering and exiting the site. SR-29 traffic will continue to experience slight lane shifts with no shoulders at the entrance to the SIA roadway but there will be no lane closures on SR29.

[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Curtis/CNU014]

 

REGION WIDE

REGION 2 on-call guardrail repair and new guardrail installation on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform guardrail repair. These closures will take place on the interstate nightly from 7 PM to 6 AM Sundays through Thursdays and daily on state routes. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times on the interstate, and flaggers will be present on state routes during any work that is performed. The contractor will halt work and lane closures at noon on 05/28/21 and resume work on 06/01/21.

[Cumberland Guardrail, Inc./Harris/CNU107]

REGION 2 preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures to perform preventative or unscheduled maintenance to the local SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System. At least one travel lane will always remain open to traffic. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed.

[NABCO Electric Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT354]

REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance drainage work: There will be possible short-term lane and shoulder closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to clean rock and debris from ditches on an as-needed basis. One lane will be maintained at all times.

[TDOT Operations/Maintenance/R2MAINT]

REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance pothole repair and pavement patching: There will be possible short-term emergency lane closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to repair potholes and patch pavement on an as-needed basis. Depending on location and severity these repairs may be done during the day or at night. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control.

[TDOT Operations/Maintenance/R2MAINT]

REGION 2 TDOT mowing operations: There will be possible short-term lane closures at various locations on interstates and state routes in Region 2 in order to perform mowing activities on an as-needed basis. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control.

[TDOT/Maintenance/R2MAINT]

REGION 2 The random on-call cable barrier repair on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder closures in order to perform cable rail repair. Both travel lanes will always remain open to traffic on the interstate during any work that is performed. The contractor will halt lane closures starting at noon on 05/28/21 and resume work and lane closures on 06/01/21.

[LU, Inc./Harris/CNU303]

REGION 2 The sweeping and drain cleaning on various Interstate and State Routes: There will be an area wide sweeping operation on selected regional state routes and interstates. This activity will be supported by a mobile lane closure. Hours of activity are Sunday through Thursday night between 8 PM and 6 AM during this reporting period. The drain cleaning operation will be having intermittent lane closures on I-75 SB and NB starting from MM 17 to MM and also on I24 from MM 179- 175. The lane closures will from 8 PM to 6 AM Thursday and Monday thru Wednesday of this reporting period.

[Sweeping Corporation of America, Inc./Curtis/CNU328]

 

RESTRICTIONS

CLAY COUNTY - CNU198: Loads wider than 11' should seek alternate route.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY - CNU145: Loads over 16 feet wide on westbound I-40 should seek an alternate route.

BLEDSOE COUNTY - CNV003: Loads wider than 15' should seek alternate route.

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY - CNU148: Loads wider than 11' should seek alternate route.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey reduced speed limits in all TDOT work zones, regardless of lane closure activity.

Information in this report is provided to the Department of Transportation by the contractors. Most work is weather dependent and subject to change due to inclement weather. All times are local.

From your desktop or mobile device, get the latest construction activity and live streaming SmartWay traffic cameras at www.TNSmartWay.com/Traffic. Travelers can also dial 511 from any land-line or cellular phone for travel information, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/TN511 for statewide travel or Chattanooga area alerts @Chattanooga511 or any of TDOT's other Twitter pages. As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and Know Before You Go! by checking travel conditions before leaving for your destination. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.

In 2016, the Tennessee Department of Transportation lost three workers in the line of duty. All three were struck by passing motorists. Those tragedies bring the total number of TDOT lives lost to 112. We don't want to lose another member of our TDOT family. We're asking you to WORK WITH US. To learn more, go to the website at https://www.tn.gov/tdot/work-with-us/.

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