Newly Constructed Lanes on I-55 at Mallory Avenue to Open

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 | 04:00am
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Tennessee Department of Transportation will move northbound traffic on Interstate 55 at Mallory Avenue into the newly constructed northbound lanes after Wednesday morning rush hour. This will include the northbound ramp exiting to Mallory Avenue and the northbound ramp onto Interstate 55.
 
This switch is dependent upon favorable weather for the construction crews to safely complete the final markings.
 
For up-to-date travel information visit the TDOT SmartWay Information System website at www.tn.gov/tdot/tdotsmartway/ or call 5-1-1 from any land-line or cell phone. TDOT is also on Twitter. For travel alerts in the Memphis area follow @Memphis511 on Twitter or follow @TN511 for statewide updates.
 
Motorists are reminded to use all travel information tools wisely. Know Before You Go! and avoid texting, tweeting, or using a cell phone while driving.
 
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For More Information Contact:
Nichole Lawrence
Region 4 Community Relations Officer
731.935.0318

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