Temporary Lane Closures on I-55 Bridge

Thursday, November 05, 2015 | 10:04am

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will temporary close a lane on the I-55 Bridge over the Mississippi River this weekend for asbestos surveys.  The closures are as follows:

  • Saturday, November 7 one lane westbound will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to NOON and
  • Sunday, November 8 one lane westbound will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to NOON

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 for West Tennessee follow https://twitter.com/NicLawrenceTDOT

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.

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