Weekly Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 (Jul. 11 - 17, 2019)
DISTRICT 27
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 Construction of a truck climbing lane EB near MM 339, including grading, drainage, and paving: Construction signs have been installed. The contractor will be installing portable barrier rail eastbound which will require closures of the fast lane and inside shoulder. The contractor will also be installing guardrail westbound which will require closures of the fast lane and inside shoulder. Night time lane closures will take place between 7 PM and 6 AM. Trooper support will be requested. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and be aware of construction equipment and personnel within the work zone. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Charles Blalock and Sons, Inc./Bradley/CNS298]
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 Resurfacing from near the parking area (MM 306.34) to east of Exit 311 (MM 311.12): The contractor has finished paving. Remaining work includes applying permanent pavement markings. Lane closures will take place from 7 PM to 6 AM. State trooper assistance will be requested. During working hours, the speed limit will be reduced from 70 MPH to 60 MPH using digital speed limit sign assemblies. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNS325]
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. The posted speed limit has been reduced from 45 MPH to 35 MPH within the work zone. Temporary lane closures and traffic stoppages may be needed to support ongoing work. Lane and/or road closures may be needed within Fairfield Glade to allow installation of storm drain and relocation of utilities. Motorists should reduce speeds on Peavine Road and be alert for construction personnel/equipment entering and exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNQ921]
DEKALB AND WHITE COUNTY US-70 (SR-26) Resurfacing from west of Brent Taylor Road (LM 20.26) in DeKalb County to east of Creekside Place (LM 9.82) in White County: The contractor will be installing pavement markings in both DeKalb Co. and White Co. during this period. Motorists should expect temporary lane closures during this time and be alert of all construction personnel when traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Cookeville/CNT024]
FENTRESS COUNTY Rotten Fork Road over Rotten Fork of the Wolf River Bridge Replacement: The contractor is currently working on the new bridge at Rotten Fork Road at LM 0.135. Rotten Fork Road remains open to traffic while the new bridge is being constructed. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for construction equipment adjacent to roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Moore/CNT901]
FENTRESS COUNTY SR-52, SR-154 and SR-297 Resurfacing (microsurfacing): The contractor will be on site performing work on punch list items. The routes covered in this project are SR-52 from east of US-127 (SR-28) (LM 13.60) to SR-296 (LM 17.62), SR-154 from north of Louvaine Road (LM 6.25) to the Pickett County line (LM 13.48), and SR-297 from SR-154 (LM 0.00) to the Scott County line (LM 8.79). Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNS098]
FENTRESS COUNTY Vines Ridge Road over Big Laurel Creek Bridge Replacement: Vines Ridge Road remains closed at LM 1.06 and will remain closed until the new bridge is constructed and in place. Approximate date for the length of closure is 07/31/19. Motorists should seek an alternate route around Vines Ridge Road near location of construction. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Moore/CNT901]
FENTRESS AND OVERTON COUNTY SR-85 Emergency slide repairs at various locations: The roadway is closed from LM 18.4 to LM 22.4 in Overton county. SR-85 is also closed in Fentress County between LM 5.75 and 8.00. The contractor is continuing work on this contract in the two areas listed where the roadway is closed. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and seek alternate routes. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNT154]
JACKSON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-135 (DODSON BRANCH HWY.) in both directions at LM 9.22: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-135 Bridge over Blackburn Creek at LM 9.22 on Thursday, 7/11/19 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
JACKSON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-262 (GLADDICE HWY.) in both directions at LM 7.56: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-262 bridge over the Cumberland River at LM 7.56 on Monday, 7/15/19 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
JACKSON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-477 (CUMMINS MILL RD.) in both directions at LM 2.48: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-477 Bridge over Blackburn Creek at LM 2.48 on Tuesday, 07/16/19 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
JACKSON COUNTY SR-53 Resurfacing from the Smith County line (LM 0) to north of New Salem Road (LM 9.02), including repair of the bridge over Flynn's Creek (LM 7.84): The contractor has currently completed bridge repair work and SR-53 is open to traffic. The contractor has scheduled paving operations to begin at the end of July. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT031]
JACKSON AND PUTNAM COUNTY SR-53 Resurfacing in Jackson County from north of SR-135 to the Clay County line and on SR-56 from north of US-70N (SR-24) in Putnam County to north of Old Creek Road in Jackson County: The contractor will be on site installing construction signs and is scheduled to begin paving operations on Monday, 07/15/19. The roadway will be reduced to one lane and a flagging operation will help to facilitate traffic flow while the work is performed. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the work zone and watch for equipment and personnel. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNT029]
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 near MM 296 Bridge repair on Rocky Point Road over I-40: The Rocky Point Road Bridge at LM 10.08 has been opened to traffic. Motorists should expect intermittent flagging operations throughout the duration of work. The Rocky Point Road Bridge at LM 9.31 over I-40 is closed due to bridge repairs, and will re-open November 2019. A detour is in place to guide motorists around the bridge closure. Nightly lane closures will be performed on I-40 at MM 296 beginning 07/01/19 through 07/19/19 from 8 PM to 6 AM. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Cookeville/CNS355]
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 WB Resurfacing and bridge repair from Falling Water River (MM 291) to the ramp from US-70N (SR-24) (MM 301): Nightly lane closures will occur Monday through Thursday between 7 PM to 6 AM. The contractor is planning to begin placing surface mix. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Cookeville/CNS328]
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-40 in both directions from MM 267 to MM 304: There will be intermittent lane closures between MM 267 and MM 304 on I-40 in both directions to repair potholes from 7 AM to 5 PM on weekdays during this reporting period.
PUTNAM COUNTY Utility Work on SR-136 (N. WASHINGTON AVE.) in both directions from LM 4.5 to LM 5.4: Utility work will take place between 4th St. and 6th St. Signage, barrels, and cones will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution and be aware of flaggers. Work should continue through 07/24/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM.
PUTNAM AND WHITE COUNTY SR-24 Resurfacing in Putnam County from Mill Creek Road to Bee Rock Road and on SR-84 in White County from south of East College Street to the Putnam County line: The contractor is preparing for resurfacing operations on SR-84. Lane closures with flagging operations should be expected within the project limits. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Cookeville/CNT034]
WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Bridge Repair over the Calfkiller River (LM 9.35) in Sparta: The Calfkiller bridge in Sparta is in the first of three permanent phases of lane closures. These phases will affect the area between Wilson Street and Church Street. The first phase will restrict the west bound traffic to one lane, while retaining the left turn lane and two lanes of traffic in the east bound direction. This phase is expected to be completed by June 2019. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Southern Constructors, Inc./Cookeville/CNT110]
DISTRICT 28
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-101 Bridge repair over Bee Creek (LM 8.98): Work on this project is underway. For the safety of the traveling public, the bridge will be reduced to one 10 foot lane and controlled with temporary signals. RESTRICTIONS: 10 foot lane Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Jamison Construction, LLC/Voiles/CNS266]
BLEDSOE COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-28 (US-127) northbound at LM 28.8: The northbound truck climbing lane is currently closed at LM 28.8 due to a roadway settlement.
[TDOT/Maintenance/MAINT]
COFFEE COUNTY I-24 EB Miscellaneous safety improvements between MM 101 and MM 104: The contractor will have a shoulder closure to install a cable rail system on the eastbound side. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[George B. Stone Co., LLC/Hussein/CNS943]
COFFEE COUNTY I-24 Resurfacing from Bedford County (MM 96) to Noah Fork Creek (MM 101) including bridge deck repair: The contractor has completed paving and has installed rumble strips and snowplowable markers. Work will resume on 07/15/19; taking place from 7PM to 6AM on weekdays and 24 hours a day on the weekend. Installation of thermo pavement markings will follow the bridge sealant process. There will be lane closures during all work processes. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Hussein/CNS332]
COFFEE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-2 (HILLSBORO RD.) in both directions from LM 14.88 to LM 15.42: Intermittent lane closures for utility work will take place along Hillsboro Hwy between Jackson St. and Clover Ln. Signage and barrels will be used. Motorists should use caution. From 07/08/19 to 07/17/19 between 6 PM and 6 AM.
COFFEE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-53 (WOODBURY HWY.) in both directions from LM 0.45 to LM 3.53: Utility work will take place crossing I-24 along SR-53 between Frontage Rd and Interstate Dr. There will be flaggers, signage and THP present during this work. THP will be assisting with 2 rolling road blocks affecting all lanes of traffic. Motorists should use caution and be prepared to stop. This work is scheduled to take place on 7/17/19 from 8:30 AM to 12 PM.
COFFEE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-53 (WOODBURY HWY.) in both directions from LM 4.23 to LM 8.72: Intermittent lane closures for utility work will take place along Woodbury Hwy from near Gladys Lane to near Pomroy Road. Signage and flaggers will be used. Motorists should use caution. From 05/09/19 through 09/05/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM.
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-108 Resurfacing from east of Hugh Wooten Road (LM 26) to the Warren County line (LM 31.2): During this report period, the contractor will begin milling. There will be a flagging operation to control traffic. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNT149]
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-56 (US-41) Resurfacing from the Marion County line (LM 0) to SR-56 (LM 5.5): The contractor is currently in the final phase of this project. There may be temporary lane closures to support the completion of punch list items. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNT085]
MARION COUNTY Utility Work on SR-27 (US-HWY. 72) in both directions from LM 4.67 to LM 7.52: A mobile lane closure for aerial work will take place along Hwy 27 between Hwy 41 and East Valley Rd. Motorists should use caution and be aware of flaggers. From 04/23/19 to 08/01/19 between 6 AM and 4 PM.
MARION COUNTY SR-156 over Running Water Creek (LM 25.58) bridge rehabilitation: SR-156 is reduced to one 10 foot lane across Running Water Creek Bridge and controlled with a temporary traffic signal while the bridge is repaired. Please use caution when traveling through this area. RESTRICTIONS: 10 foot lane. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, INC/Voiles/CNS905]
MARION COUNTY SR-2 (US-64, US-72, US-41) Emergency slope stabilization between LM 25.20 and LM 26.40: Work on this project continues. The project consists of slope stabilization at four separate sites. While the contractor is working on sites B & C, one lane of traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal. Traffic signals have been installed and will remain in place until project is complete. RESTRICTIONS: All wide loads are restricted from this area during the entire phase of the project. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Hussein/CNT229]
MARION COUNTY SR-377 Resurfacing from the Alabama State line (LM 0) to SR-156 (LM 1.2): The contractor has begun resurfacing operations on SR-377 in Marion County. The road is reduced to one lane and is controlled by a pilot car. Please use caution when traveling through this area. RESTRICTIONS: 10 foot width. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Voiles/CNT144]
VANBUREN COUNTY SR-111 Resurfacing from south of Connell Road (LM 17.8) to the White County line (LM 19.5): During this reporting period, the contractor will have intermittent shoulder closures in either the Southbound or Northbound direction to install pavement markings and permanent signage. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Parnham/CNT122]
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 10.5-foot lane to allow the contractor to construct the new bridge. While the bridge is reduced to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: 10.5-foot max width. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Palmertree Construction Company, LLC/Parnham/CNQ270]
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 reduced 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: 11-ft max width. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Jamison Construction/Parnham/CNS254]
DISTRICT 29
BRADLEY COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-75 both directions at MM 34.8: Region 2 Bridge Inspection will be inspecting the I-75 Bridge over the Hiwassee River at MM 34.8 from 07/18/19 through 07/22/19 from 9 AM to 4 PM. Both northbound and southbound lanes will be affected.
BRADLEY COUNTY Utility Work on SR-2 (N. LEE HWY.) northbound at LM 17.41: Intermittent lane closures for utility work will take place along N. Lee Hwy between Bellfounte Rd and South Wilson Heights Rd. Signage and flaggers will be used. Motorists should use caution. On 07/16/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM.
BRADLEY COUNTY SR-60 Resurfacing from north of SR-306 (LM 20.4) to the Hamilton County line (LM 25.1): Beginning 07/10/19, the contractor will have intermittent lane closures on SR-60 between the hours of 8 AM and 6 PM for the installation of work zone signage. Motorists should be aware of flaggers in the work zone assisting with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Cleveland/CNT083]
BRADLEY AND MCMINN COUNTY SR-306 Miscellaneous safety improvements from SR-60 (LM 0) to the Meigs County line (LM 8.58), and on SR-307 from Burnett Road (LM 2.18) to Old Mount Harmony Road (LM 6.07): During this reporting period, the contractor will have intermittent lane closures on SR-307 from 8 AM to 5:30 PM for the installation of permanent signs. Motorists should be aware of flaggers in the work zone assisting with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Superior Pavement Markings, Inc./Cleveland/CNS341]
BRADLEY, MCMINN, AND MEIGS COUNTY Resurfacing on SR-306 and SR-308 in Bradley County, SR-305 in McMinn County, and SR-306 in Meigs County: During this reporting period, the contractor will have daily lane closures from 7 AM to 6:30 PM for resurfacing operations on SR-306 in Bradley and Meigs counties and on SR-308 in Bradley County. Motorists are advised to use caution in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Cleveland/CNT033]
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction: Crews may continue surveying and spotting utilities at various locations throughout the interchange. Shoulders may be closed at these locations between 9 AM and 3 PM. Additionally, a hauling operation will be taking place requiring a single left lane closure on I-75 SB at MM 2 and a single left lane closure on I-24 EB at MM 185. These lane closures will occur the following nights: 07/11/19 and 07/14/19 to 07/17/19 between 9 PM and 6 AM. Haul trucks will be entering and exiting the interstate at these locations.
[C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc./Chattanooga 2922/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: Work on this project continues with activities occurring on the west side of southbound US-27. A new traffic pattern is in place on US-27 South near 4th St. Motorists wishing to access 4th St. from US-27 South will take a new ramp at the south end of the Olgiati Bridge and turn left onto 4th St. to enter the downtown area. Motorists who normally use 4th St. to access US-27 South from the downtown area will be detoured to MLK Blvd. where they can access U.S. 27 South. Motorists should be alert for construction vehicles entering and leaving the area along the access ramps for east and westbound M. L. King Boulevard. The speed limit for the access ramp is 35 MPH. The southbound ramp from W. Main St.to southbound US-27 has been temporarily closed and will remain so until further notice. Detours are posted. Motorists should 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. Detours for closures will be posted. RESTRICTIONS: I-124 (US-27)Northbound Exit 1C 4th St Off Ramp: No oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound Exit 1A-B Martin Luther King Blvd. Off Ramp: No oversized/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound On Ramps from Martin Luther King Blvd: No oversized/over dimensional loads. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Micka/CNP230]
HAMILTON COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-8 (MARKET ST.) in both directions at LM 9.68: Bridge Inspection will be performing its quarterly inspection on the Market Street Bridge over the Tennessee River (SR-8 at LM 9.68). The roadway will be closed Sunday, 07/14/2019, starting at 8 AM and will remain closed till 1 PM.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-320 (E. BRAINERD RD.) westbound from LM 2.05 to LM 2.05: Intermittent lane closures for utility work and sidewalk cleanup will take place along E. Brainerd Rd between N. Concord Rd and Rowewood Dr. Signage, barrels, and cones will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. From 07/08/19 through 07/12/19 between 10 PM and 5 AM.
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-111 Repair of bridge over SR-29 (US-27): During this report period, the contractor will have one lane closed in each direction of SR-111 while performing bridge repairs. The contractor will also be closing one lane in each direction on SR-29 as it passes under SR-111. One lane in each direction shall remain open at all times. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc. /Chattanooga 2922/CNT096]
HAMILTON COUNTY cleaning of the McCallie Tunnel on SR-2 (US-64, US-11), the Stringers Ridge Tunnel on SR-8 (US-127), and the Bachman Tubes on SR-8 (US-76, US-41): There will be a flagging operation supporting the cleaning of the McCallie Tunnels on Wednesday, 07/17/19 (8 PM to 6 AM). Later that night the Stringer’s Ridge Tunnel will be cleaned under a signed detour traffic control plan. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Diamond Specialized, Inc./Micka/CNT196]
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Emergency slope stabilization near LM 7.1: During this report period, the contractor will have the northbound on-ramp from Access Rd/Lake Resort Dr onto SR-153 at LM 7.1 closed while performing slope stabilization. A detour will be in place directing NB traffic onto N. Access Rd and then onto Hixson Pike towards SR-153. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Thomas Brothers Construction Co., Inc./Chattanooga 2922/CNT231]
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (US-11, US-64) Resurfacing from east of Shallowford Road (LM 18.6) to Yerbey Drive (LM 20.3): During this report period, the contractor will have lane closures while adjusting manholes. At least one lane shall remain open at all times. Additional flaggers may be on-site as necessary. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga 2922/CNT089]
MCMINN COUNTY SR-30, Grading, drainage and paving on SR-30 from Jackson Street to east of Knight Road in Athens: Traffic along SR-30 is in its phase two configuration with all traffic on the former eastbound side, providing one lane in each direction plus turning lanes at critical intersections and businesses. The intersection of SR-39/SR-30 has recently changed to a different configuration. Motorists should be alert while traveling through this area. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNR078]
MCMINN COUNTY I-75 Resurfacing from north of County Road 267 (MM 55) to the Monroe County line (MM 60): Work on this project is complete pending punchlist items. During this reporting period, the contractor may have intermittent shoulder closures on I-75 from MM 55 to MM 60 as the contractor works to finish the project. A right lane closure will take place on 07/11/19 in the southbound direction at MM 60 beginning at 8 PM. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Cleveland/CNS330]
MCMINN COUNTY SR-2 (US-11) Resurfacing from south of Rocky Mount Road (LM 12.18) to north of Haines Road (LM 14.8): During this reporting period, the contractor will have lane closures each night from 7 PM to 6 AM for the installation of permanent striping and snowplowable pavement markers. THP will be on site to assist with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Cleveland/CNT027]
MEIGS COUNTY SR-58 Repair of bridge over Hiwassee River (LM 5.22): During this report period, the contractor will have the roadway reduced to one lane controlled by temporary traffic signals. Additional flaggers will be on site as needed. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga 2922/CNT103]
POLK COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-30 both directions at LM 13.5: The road is currently reduced to one lane and controlled with temporary signals due to a roadway settlement.
[Maintenance/MAINT]
POLK COUNTY SR-40 (US-64) Repair of bridges over North Potato Creek (LM 26.93): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working on abutment repairs and steel beam repairs on the eastbound bridge. Traffic on SR-40 is reduced to one 12' lane in each direction. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: No loads wider than 12 ft. are allowed at LM 26.93 eastbound and westbound. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/Cleveland/CNT062]
RHEA COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-68 (WASSOM MEMORIAL HIGHWAY) in both directions at LM 5.5: The roadway is reduced to one lane and signalized 24/7 due to roadway settlement.
[TDOT Maintenance/Maintenance/MAINT]
RHEA COUNTY SR-30 Grading, drainage and paving from west of New Union Road/White Oak Road (LM 12.6) to Sky Drive (LM 12.9): During this report period, the contractor will be performing grading and drainage operations along SR-30 and New Union Rd. During the initial phase traffic will be maintained on SR-30, White Oak Dr. and New Union Rd. in its current pattern. Flaggers will be on-site to assist with heavy equipment entering & exiting existing roadways. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Chattanooga 2922/CNT073]
RHEA COUNTY SR-30 Miscellaneous safety improvements from near SR-443 (LM 4.1) to Maple Creek Drive (LM 7.75): There could be lane or shoulder closures supporting construction along SR-30 (Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 8 PM). Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Superior Traffic Control, LLC/Inc./Micka/CNT075]
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.
[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 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 9 AM to 3:30 PM. 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.
[NABCO Electric Company, Inc./Chattanooga 2922/CNQ287]
REGION 2 On-call guardrail repairs 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. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Cumberland Guardrail, Inc./Parnham/CNT114]
REGION 2 Longitudinal joint stabilization on various state routes: During this report period the contractor will have short-term lane closures while applying longitudinal joint stabilizer to various state routes. The contractor will have temporary traffic control measures in place during each closure. Additional flaggers and/or Tennessee Highway Patrol officers may be in place to assist as well. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Pavement Restorations, Inc./Chattanooga 2922/CNT150]
REGION 2 On-call signing: From 07/11/19 through 07/19/19, the contractor will be hanging signs at various locations in Coffee, Franklin, Marion, Hamilton, McMinn, Bradley, and Cumberland Counties. This work will be done with shoulder closures and will not impact traffic. Estimated project completion date is July 2019.
[Superior Traffic Control/Voiles/CNS194]
REGION 2 Sweeping and drain cleaning on various interstate and state routes: There will be sweeping activity (Sunday through Thursday, 8 PM to 6 AM) on regional interstates and selected state routes. This will be supported by a mobile lane closure operation. There may be an emergency drain cleaning along I-24 WB (MM 182 -183) during this reporting period. Estimated project completion date is February 2020.
[Blevins Enterprises, Inc./Micka/CNS320]
REGION 2 On-call pavement marking and the retracing of pavement markings with spray thermoplastic on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor will be retracing existing pavement markings in Putnam, Coffee, Van Buren, Warren, and Cumberland Counties. This will result in mobile lane closures on SR-24, SR-56, SR-84, and SR-135 in Putnam County, on SR-64 in Coffee County, on SR-111 in Van Buren County, on SR-1, SR-8, SR-56, and SR-380 in Warren County, and on SR-1, SR-24, SR-101, and SR-462 in Cumberland County. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone and pay attention to all construction signage. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Central Seal Company/Cookeville/CNT047]
RESTRICTIONS
BLEDSOE COUNTY - CNS266: 10 foot lane
MARION COUNTY - CNS905: 10 foot lane
MARION COUNTY - CNT229: All Wide Loads are restricted from this area during the entire phase of the project
MARION COUNTY - CNT144: 10 foot width
WARREN COUNTY - CNQ270: 10.5-foot max width
WARREN COUNTY - CNS254: 11-ft max width
HAMILTON COUNTY - CNP230: I-124 (US-27)Northbound Exit 1C 4th St Off Ramp: No oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound Exit 1A-B Martin Luther King Blvd. Off Ramp: No oversized/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound On Ramps from Martin Luther King Blvd.: No oversized/over dimensional loads
POLK COUNTY - CNT062: No loads wider than 12 ft. are allowed at LM 26.93 eastbound and westbound
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.
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