Weekly Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 for Aug. 9 - Aug. 15, 2018
DISTRICT 27 |
CLAY COUNTY SR-53 bridge repair over the Obey River (LM 8.89): Contractor is scheduled to be on site this week working on texture coating. Contractor will utilize shoulder closures as needed to perform this work. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 West near MM 326, construction of a truck climbing lane, including grading, drainage, construction of retaining walls and paving: Lane closures for completion of punch list items may be required during this period with state trooper support. The newly constructed truck climbing lane and right shoulder have been opened to motorists. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-101 (Peavine Road) grading, drainage, and paving from Firetower Road to Westchester/Catoosa Boulevard: As grade work progresses, motorists should be alert for shifts in traffic patterns to allow for construction activities. Current activities include utility relocation, grade work, storm drain, base stone, and curb and gutter. Temporary lane closures and traffic stoppages may be needed to support ongoing work. Motorists should reduce speeds on Peavine Road and be alert for construction personnel and equipment entering and exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2020. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY US-127 (SR-28) from Plateau Road (LM 22.68) to the bridge over Clear Creek (LM 30.50) and SR-298 from north of Redmond Lane (LM 6.75) to south of Roy McCoy Road (LM 12.38) resurfacing (microsurfacing): The contractor will be installing construction signs and replacing guardrail on SR 298 Genesis Road. This work will require lanes closures and motorists need to be alert for construction personnel and equipment working on the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
CUMBERLAND AND PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 resurfacing from Putnam County line to near the parking area, and from west of Exit 300 to the Cumberland County line.: The contractor continues resurfacing activities on I-40 between mile markers 301 and 307. This work will be performed Sunday through Thursday nights from 8 pm to 6 am and will require temporary lane closures with state trooper support. Work will include scoring of rumble strips, placement of shoulder stone, and installing permanent pavement markings. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
FENTRESS COUNTY SR-28 Construction of an acceleration lane (LM 21) and safety improvements near the Jamestown City limits (LM 20.78) to the Pickett County line (LM 33.58): No work is scheduled to be performed this week. Estimated project completion date is October 2018. |
FENTRESS COUNTY SR-52, SR-154, SR-297 resurfacing (microsurfacing): Guardrail is scheduled to begin on 08/14/18. Lane closures will be used to perform this work. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-262 (GLADDICE HWY.) both directions from LM 8.8 to LM 8.9: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway on Wednesday 08/15/18 from 7 AM through 5 PM A flagging operation will be present to control traffic This work will be completed during non-peak hours At least one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times |
JACKSON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-53 (W. HULL AVE.) both directions from LM 12.6 to LM 13.7: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The work will occur Wednesday 08/15/18 during the hours of 7 AM through 5 PM There will be a flagging operation to control traffic through the traffic zone |
JACKSON COUNTY SR-56 Resurfacing from SR-53 (LM 10.94) to near bridge over Germany Branch (LM 17.75): Work has not started on this project. Work is scheduled to begin the first week of September 2018. Estimated project completion date is November 2018. |
OVERTON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-111 (BRADFORD-HICKS DR.) both directions from LM 7.6 to LM 11.8: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The work will be performed on 08/09/18 from 7 AM to 5 PM Flagging operations will be present to direct motorists through the work zone Work will be performed during non-peak hours At least one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times |
OVERTON COUNTY SR-136 Resurfacing from SR-85 (LM 9.21) to SR-52 (LM 16.6): Work on this project is scheduled to begin this week. Contractor will perform milling operations and will be utilizing lane closures to perform this work. Motorists are encouraged to obey speed limit and pay attention to construction signs and flaggers. Estimated project completion date is November 2018. |
OVERTON COUNTY SR-52 grading, drainage, signals and paving from near Oakley-Allons Road (LM 6.58) to SR-111 (LM 10.23): Contractor is scheduled to be placing scratch and leveling mix on 08/02/18 and will be performing this work through 08/03/18. Lane closures will be utilized intermittently to allow this to be performed. Motorists are encouraged to obey posted speed limit and watch for construction signs and flaggers. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
PICKETT COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-111 (LIVINGSTON HWY.) both directions from LM 7.5 to LM 11.8: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The roadway will be reduced to one lane during this operation The operation will be done during non peak hours on Thursday only. At least one lane of traffic will be opened at all times |
PUTNAM COUNTY : Crews will be repairing asphalt failures on SR 56 between the ramps to I-40. The work is scheduled to be performed Thursday 08/09/18 beginning at 7 PM until 6 AM Friday 08/10/18 The section of roadway new Terri the ramps will be closed for this operation. Motorists will be directed using onto the I-40 ramps There will be message boards placed in advance of the workzone in all directions to alert motorists of the closed area. |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-111 (STATE HWY. 111) both directions from LM 2.3 to LM 2.4: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The work will be performed on 08/14/18 from 7 AM to 5 PM Flagging operations will be present to direct motorists through the work zone Work will be performed during non-peak hours At least one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-111 (STATE HWY. 111) both directions from LM 8.0 to LM 8.3: Bridge inspection activities from 8 AM until NOON on 08/09/18 with one lane closed in each direction. |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-135 (DODSON BRANCH RD.) both directions from LM 12.2 to LM 12.4: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The work will be performed on 08/14/18 from 7 AM to 5 PM Flagging operations will be present to direct motorists through the work zone Work will be performed during non-peak hours At least one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-136 (S. JEFFERSON AVE.) both directions from LM 1.6 to LM 1.7: Crews will be spot milling and paving the roadway The work will be performed on 08/14/18 from 7 AM to 5 PM Flagging operations will be present to direct motorists through the work zone Work will be performed during non-peak hours At least one lane of traffic will be maintained at all times |
WHITE COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-84 (MONTEREY HWY.) both directions at LM 1.5: Crews will be performing slope stabilization measures The road will be reduced to one lane utilizing a flagging operation from 6 AM until 6 PM daily from Thursday 08/09/18 until Wednesday 08/15/18 |
WHITE COUNTY US-70 (SR-26) intersection improvements at SR-111 in Sparta: Work continues on this project. The right lane of SR-26 Eastbound is closed to traffic near the SR-111 northbound off-ramp. The contractor will perform placement of new concrete pavement along the right side of the SR-111 northbound off-ramp. All motorists will be diverted onto a temporary section of roadway to the left of the existing ramp to provide ease of movement through the work zone. Motorists can expect temporary intermittent lane closures during this time. Motorists should be alert, pay attention to all construction signage, and use extreme caution around construction personnel and equipment. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
WHITE COUNTY US-70 resurfacing in Sparta: Work on this project continues. Contractor is currently removing and pouring sidewalk along SR-1 resulting in temporary lane closures during daytime hours. Flaggers will be present to assist with traffic control as needed. Motorists are advised to observe the posted speed limits when entering the work zone, and to be alert of all construction personnel, equipment and vehicles. Routes included in this project are US-70 (SR-1) from the SR-111 overpass (LM 7.69) to near Luther Road (LM 10.61); US-70 (SR-26) from east of Creekside Place (LM 9.82) to Moore Street(LM 10.79); and SR-84 from US-70 (SR-1) (LM 0.00) to near College Street (LM 0.12) Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
DISTRICT 28 |
BLEDSOE COUNTY The resurfacing (microsurface or thin mix overlay) on SR-30 from the Van Buren County line (LM 0.00) to east of Bob Sapp Road (LM 5.58).: Guard Rail will be installed on projects August 7-9th road will be reduced to one lane controlled by flagging. The contractor plans on beginning resurfacing on August 13th. Road will be reduced to 1 lane controlled by flagging. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-127 the construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over the Elk River (LM 6.21), including grading, drainage and paving: Work on this project continues. RESTRICTIONS: bridge will be reduced to one 10.5’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. Estimated project completion date is December 2018. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-476 bridge repair over the Elk River (LM 3.39) and Hurricane Creek (LM 7.40): The project is in progress. RESTRICTIONS: The bridge is reduced to one 9’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. Estimated project completion date is October 2018. |
GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 sliplining of culverts at various locations between mile markers 129 and 134: The contractor will be working on the sliplining project on I-24 of culverts at various locations between MM 129 and 134. This work will be taking place Monday - Friday 7 AM - 5 PM. During this time there will be no outside shoulder. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-50 slide repair at log mile 9.9: Slide repair is underway on SR 50, in Grundy County @ 9.4 MM-10.0 MM. The roadway is reduced to one lane. Portable Traffic Signals are in place at both ends to control traffic. This lane closure is in affect until this project is completed. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
MARION COUNTY I-24 WB resurfacing from the Grundy County line (MM 127) to east of the bridge over Cave Cove Creek (MM 134): The surface milling and paving will continue on this project. The contractor will have lane closures in order to perform the necessary work. These closures will take place on the interstate nightly with State Trooper support on Sundays through Fridays between the hours of 7PM and 6AM. Motorists should use extreme caution and be alert to construction equipment and workers. Safety personnel will be present. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-24 both directions from MM 134.3 to MM 166.4: Thursday, 08/09/18 through Wednesday, 08/15/18, westbound, 7 AM – 3:30 PM. There will be no outside shoulder in order to pick up litter and garbage off the shoulder. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-156 (STATE HWY. 156) both directions from LM 10 to LM 13: Thursday, 08/09/18 through Wednesday, 08/15/18, westbound, 7 AM – 3:30 PM. The roadway will be reduced to one lane in order to cut brush back. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-2 (US-HWY. 41) both directions from LM 14 to LM 15: Thursday, 08/09/18 through Wednesday, 08/15/18, westbound, 7 AM – 3:30 PM. The roadway will be reduced to one lane in order to clean out ditches and drains. |
MARION COUNTY SR-156 over Running Water Creek (LM 25.58) bridge rehabilitation: Traffic light will be installed on SR-156 at Running Water Creek. During installation of the traffic light, the road will at times be reduced to one lane controlled by flagging. Estimated project completion date is October 2019. |
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY US-127 (SR-8) resurfacing from the Hamilton County line (LM 0.00) to north of Progress Drive (LM 5.22): Cold Planing operations will begin on August 9th. Road will be reduced to one lane while workers are present. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
WARREN COUNTY SR-288 construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Collins River (LM 4.97), including grading, drainage and paving: The bridge is currently reduced to one 12-ft. lane to allow the contractor to construct the new bridge. While the bridge is down to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal for the safety of the traveling public. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: Reduced to one 12-ft lane. |
WARREN COUNTY SR-8 over Collins River (LM 8.14) Bridge Repair: The bridge is currently reduced to one 11-ft. lane to allow the contractor to repair the existing bridge. While the bridge is down to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal for the safety of the traveling public. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: One 11-foot lane. Estimated project completion date is August 2019. |
DISTRICT 29 |
BRADLEY COUNTY SR 60 resurfacing from the Georgia State line (LM 0.0) to north of Helms Lane SE (LM 3.8): The contractor will have temporary lane closures on SR60 as they work on installing pavement markings and snowplowable markers on SR60. Traffic should expect a little delay as the contractor will have flaggers on this project and a pilot car to direct traffic through the construction. The traveling public needs to pay attention to the flaggers as they direct the flow of traffic in the construction zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 North Exit 1 interchange reconfiguration project at mile marker 1: Work on this project continues. There is now only one exit ramp that allows drivers to turn both east and west on Ringgold Road at a signalized intersection. Traffic has been shifted onto the newly constructed portion of Camp Jordan Pkwy., and the intersection (I-75 NB off-ramp and SR-8/Camp Jordan Pkwy.) is now controlled by a traffic signal. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
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: Work on this project continues with numerous activities occurring in the median of US-27. Motorists should be alert for construction vehicles entering and leaving the left traffic lane in both the northbound and southbound directions. The 12th Street tie-in ramp to US-27 South has been temporarily closed. This closure will be in place through 09/18. Detours are posted. Motorists should exercise caution when traveling through the construction zone and pay close attention to the detour signage posted. The speed limit on US-27 in the construction zone remains 45 MPH. Weather permitting, the contractor may implement temporary lane/shoulder closures on weeknights between the hours of 7 PM and 6 AM. At least one lane will remain open in each direction on US-27. THP will assist with traffic control on the project as necessary. RESTRICTIONS: Northbound US-27 off-ramp Exit 1C to 4th Street is restricted to a maximum width of 11 Feet. Estimated project completion date is January 2020. |
HAMILTON COUNTY US-127 (SR-8) slope repair of Signal Mountain Blvd. at log mile 15.9: During this report period, the contractor will have one lane closed while performing slope stabilization operations. Temporary traffic signals are in place on either end of the project to control traffic. Additionally the speed limit has been lowered to 20 MPH in the construction zone. Additional flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. RESTRICTIONS: Reduced to one 10-foot 5-inch lane Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 resurfacing from I-75 (LM 0.00) to Shallowford Road (LM 2.60), including bridge deck repair: Night time lane closures from 8 PM to 6 AM Sunday - Thursday on SR-153. Estimated project completion date is November 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-320 (East Brainerd Road) grading, drainage, installation of signals, construction of seven retaining walls and paving from east of Graysville Road to east of Bel-Air Road: During this report period, the contractor will have intermittent lane closures between 9AM-2PM. This work may affect either direction of East Brainerd Road or side streets from Graysville Road to Bel-Air Road. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY US-11/64 SR-2 (Brainerd Rd./Lee Hwy.) resurfacing from east of Moore Road (LM 13.85) to east of Airport Road (LM 15.84): The contractor has begun lowering manholes and catch basins. This will take place Monday through Friday between 9AM and 3PM. This work may affect either direction of US-11/64 (Brainerd Road/Lee Highway) between Moore Rd. and Airport Rd. The contractor will begin milling and paving on August 26th, after which the contractor will have intermittent lane closures for resurfacing operations Sunday through Thursday from 8PM to 6AM. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is November 2018. |
MCMINN COUNTY SR-30, grading, drainage and paving on SR-30 from Jackson Street to east of Knight Road in Athens: Traffic along SR29 through the project's length has been restricted to one lane in each direction with turning lanes provided at critical intersections and business access. This phase one construction activity has all traffic on the previous westbound side of SR30. All businesses are provided with accessibility. No additional lane closures are scheduled this reporting period. Estimated project completion date is October 2019. |
MCMINN COUNTY I-75 resurfacing from south of SR-30 (MM 48.69/LM 13.75) to north of County Road 267 (MM 55.44/LM 20.50): There will be lane closures at night from 7 PM-6 AM Sunday- Thursday night as the contractor works on paving the roadway on I-75 in the Northbound lanes first then moving to the Southbound lanes. There will be State Troopers out on the project during working hours. The speed limit has been changed from 70 MPH to 60 MPH in the project limits. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
POLK COUNTY US-64 (SR-40) construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Branch and TOHA Old Line railroad (LM 24.85), including grading, drainage and paving: The contractor has cut the embankment for the retaining wall. The Pinecrest Road intersection has been closed. There are posted detour signs for residents to get to their homes on Pinecrest Road. This road will be closed during the duration of the construction of the Retaining Wall on US64. There will be intermittent lane closures on the project as trucks will be entering the road and the contractor will be working on utility lines that cross US64. Estimated project completion date is May 2019. |
RHEA AND BLEDSOE COUNTY US-27 (Rhea Co.) and SR-30 (Bledsoe Co.) resurfacing: The project limits include SR-30 from east of Porch Rock Road (LM 16.43) to the Rhea County line (LM 18.43) in Bledsoe County and US-27 (SR-29) from north of Black Oaks Estates Drive (LM 2.50) to north of SR-60 (LM 4.90) in Rhea County. Beginning Monday, 8/13/2018, a flagging operation on SR-30 in Bledsoe County will support a thin lift milling & paving operation. This will be a daytime activity. Beginning Thursday night, 8/9/2018, a milling & paving operation will begin on US-27 in Rhea County. This will be a nighttime operation from 8 PM to 6 AM requiring lane closures. There will be shoulder closures to support drainage structure work in the daytime throughout this reporting period. Estimated project completion date is September 2018. |
REGION WIDE |
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. |
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance mowing and brush removal: There will be possible short-term lane and shoulder closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to perform contract mowing and brush removal on an as-needed basis. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control. |
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. |
REGION 2 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 remain open to traffic at all times on the Interstate during any work that is performed. Estimated project completion date is December 2018. [RMD Holdings, LTD DBA Nationwide Construction Group/Parnham/CNR262] Estimated project completion date is December 2018. |
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 7PM to 6AM 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. Estimated project completion date is June 2019. |
REGION 2 preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform preventative or unscheduled maintenance to the local SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System. Work hours are 9AM to 3:30PM. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is October 2019. |
REGION 2 sweeping and drain cleaning on various interstate and state routes: There will be mobile lane closures supporting a sweeping operation along regional interstates and highways through this reporting period. Additionally, there will be a drain cleaning operation requiring lane closures along I-24 EB/WB (MM 177.0 to 185.0) during this period. Both the sweeping & drain cleaning activities will happen Sunday - Thursday (8PM - 6AM). Estimated project completion date is February 2019. |
REGION 2 longitudinal joint stabilization on various state routes: The contractor will have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform longitudinal joint stabilization on various state routes. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times. Flagger will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
REGION 2 On-call concrete pavement repair: Wednesday August 15, 2018 at 8:00 PM ET through Thursday August 16, 2018 at 6:00 AM ET and, if needed, Thursday August 16, 2018 at 8:00 PM ET through Friday August 17, 2018 at 6:00 AM ET on I-24 WB from LM 179.05 to LM 178.93, Hamilton County On Wednesday August 15th Vulcan Materials Company will be sawing concrete on I-24 Westbound from LM 179.05 to LM 178.93 in lane #2 (right lane). The area of work is after exit 178 and goes through to the Williams St. on-ramp. Lane #2 will be closed while work is performed beginning at 8 PM ET. The lane will be opened back up no later than 6 AM ET on Thursday August 16th. If all the sawing cannot be completed on Wednesday night then the same lane will be closed on Thursday night through Friday morning at 6 AM ET. Tennessee Highway Patrol and a truck mounted attenuator w/ message board will be on site during the project. Friday August 17, 2018 at 8:00 PM ET through Monday August 20, 2018 at 6:00 AM ET on I-24 WB from LM 179.05 to LM 178.93, Hamilton County Vulcan Materials Company will be repairing concrete pavement on I-24 Westbound in lane #2 (the right lane) from LM 179.05 to LM 178.93 in Chattanooga. The area of work is after exit 178 and goes through to the Williams St. on-ramp. Vulcan Materials will be removing the previously saw cut slabs and pouring new concrete back in. On Friday at 8 PM ET through Monday morning at 6 AM ET lane number 2 will be closed. Tennessee Highway Patrol and a truck mounted attenuator w/ message board will be on site during the project. Estimated project completion date is March 2019. |
REGION 2 On-call signing: Tuesday 8/7 & Wednesday 8/8 the contractor will be working on I 24 WB at mm 185 to 179 on the right shoulder and on I24 EB at mm 177 to 184 on the right shoulder during the day. The contractor will be setting new sign posts at these locations. on Thursday 8/9 from 9pm to 6am the contractor will close the right lane on I 24 WB at mm 185 to 179 and on I 24 EB at mm 177 to 184 to set signs. Estimated project completion date is June 2019. |
REGION 2 the random on-call pavement marking and the retracing of pavement markings with spray thermoplastic on various Interstate and State Routes: Work continues on this project. The contractor will be retracing existing striping in Marion County at night. This will include, at a minimum, temporary lane closures on the following routes in Marion County: I-24 and SR-2. Mobile lane closures will be present at night on these routes. Motorists should be alert to all construction equipment and personnel and obey all construction signage and messages. Estimated project completion date is June 2019. |
RESTRICTIONS |
FRANKLIN COUNTY - CNR044: bridge will be reduced to one 10.5’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY - CNQ930: The bridge is reduced to one 9’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. |
WARREN COUNTY - CNQ270: Reduced to one 12-ft lane. |
WARREN COUNTY - CNS254: One 11-foot lane. |
HAMILTON COUNTY - CNP230: Northbound US-27 off-ramp Exit 1C to 4th Street is restricted to a maximum width of 11 Feet. |
HAMILTON COUNTY - MAINT: Reduced to one 10-foot 5-inch lane |
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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