Weekly Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 (Aug. 1 - 7, 2019)

DISTRICT 27

CLAY COUNTY SR-53 Resurfacing from north of Copeland Lane (LM 3.37) to Old Livingston Highway (LM 6.79): The contractor will be on site performing paving operations. During construction, one lane will be closed to allow this work to occur. Flaggers will be used to facilitate traffic flow through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT171]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 Construction of a truck climbing lane EB near MM 339, including grading, drainage, and paving: Construction signs, guardrail (westbound), and portable barrier rail (eastbound) have been installed. The contractor will begin grade work in the median behind portable barrier rail. Motorists are encouraged to reduce speed, use caution, and remain aware of construction personnel in the work zone and equipment that will be entering/exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.

[Charles Blalock and Sons, Inc./Bradley/CNS298]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Emergency slope stabilization near LM 26.6: TDOT contract crews will use a flagging operation to set out portable concrete barrier rail on SR-1 (US-70) between LM 26.0 and LM 27.0 beginning August 1, 2019 from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. Temporary road closures will be needed to facilitate this work. The contractor plans to complete the barrier rail installation in one day, but if unable to do so they will finish the next day. This work is weather dependent. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and should prepare to expect long delays when traveling through the work zone. Once all barrier rail has been installed, this area will be reduced to one lane and controlled by a temporary traffic signal for the duration of the project. The estimated project completion date is November 2019.

[Twin K Construction/Bradley/CNT234]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Resurfacing from east of Pomona Road (LM 8.89) to west of SR-24 (US-70N) (LM 13) and on SR-28 (US-127) from south of Sawmill Road (LM 8.9) to north of SR-392 (LM 12.74) and on SR-392 from north of Old Mail Road (LM 1.9) to SR-28 (US-127) (LM 2.78): Construction signs have been installed. The contractor will begin paving on SR-1 (US-70S) and begin milling on SR-392. Flaggers will be used for temporary lane closures. Motorists should remain aware of ongoing paving activities and be alert for construction personnel/equipment working on the roadway.  Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNT088]

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 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]

FENTRESS COUNTY TDOT Bridge Inspection on SR-28 (N. YORK HWY.) in both directions from LM 29.4 to LM 29.4: Region 2 Bridge Inspection will be performing an inspection of the bridge on SR-28 over the Wolf River on Monday, August 5, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Traffic control will be in place and the road will be reduced to one lane.

FENTRESS COUNTY Rotten Fork Road over Rotten Fork of the Wolf River Bridge Replacement: The contractor is currently working on new bridge at Rotten Fork Road at LM 0.135. Rotten Fork Road remains open to traffic while 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 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 08/31/19. Motorists should seek an alternate route around Vines Ridge Road near the 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 project 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 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 in the middle of August. 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 is continuing paving operations. The contractor will have roadway reduced to one lane and will use a flagging operation to facilitate traffic flow while the work is performed. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone and watch for equipment and personnel present. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNT029]

OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 Miscellaneous safety improvements at the intersections of SR-293 (LM 3.1 and LM 3.2): The contractor currently has SR-111 from the LM 2.25 to the 3.75 reduced to one lane in each direction. This lane closure will remain in place until the project is complete. In addition to the lane closure, the speed limit through the work zone has been reduced to 55 MPH. SR-293 is affected at the intersection of SR-111 with the median crossings being closed for the duration of the project. Motorists are encouraged to obey 55 MPH speed limit and watch for construction operations adjacent to the roadway.  Estimated project completion date is October 2019.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT184]

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 on Rocky Point Rd throughout the completion of work. 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. No lane closures are anticipated on I-40 during this period. 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./Jolley/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 Sunday through Thursday between 7 PM to 6 AM for the contractor to begin installing rumble strips. During the day the contractor will be placing thermoplastic striping. 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./Jolley/CNS328]

PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-40 eastbound from MM 297 to MM 300: TDOT Maintenance will be patching potholes on I-40 Eastbound between MM 296 and MM 301 from 8 PM on 08/01/19 until 6 AM on 08/02/19. One lane will be closed.

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 08/15/19 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 will begin resurfacing on SR-24 and striping 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./Jolley/CNT034]

WHITE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-1 (MEMORIAL HWY.) in both directions from LM 3.53 to LM 3.59: A rolling road block on SR-1 between N. Robin Hood Rd and Paul Rudy Rd will take place from 08/05/2019 through 08/09/2019 between 9AM and 2PM. THP will be present. Motorists should be prepared to stop and use caution when traveling through this area.

WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Repair of the bridge over the Calfkiller River (LM 9.35) in Sparta: The Calfkiller bridge in Sparta is in the first of three phases of lane closures. These phases will affect between Wilson Street and Church Street. This first phase will reduce the westbound traffic to one lane, while retaining the left turn lane and two lanes of traffic in the eastbound direction. This phase is expected to be completed by August 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./Jolley/CNT110]

WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70S) Resurfacing from the Van Buren County line (LM 0) to SR-111 (LM 7.7): The contractor will be installing construction signage and preparing the roadway for resurfacing, resulting in temporary lane closures on SR-1 and SR-111. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone and pay attention to all construction signage. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Whitaker Contracting Corporation/Jolley/CNT025]

 

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]

CANNON, MARION, AND WARREN COUNTY SR-96 Resurfacing from the Rutherford County line (LM 0) to the Wilson County line (LM 5), SR-150 (US-41) resurfacing from north of Sequatchie Mountain Road (LM 5.7) to the Grundy County line (LM 13.8), SR-156 resurfacing from east of River Landing (LM 15.5) to east of Nickajack Landing Road (LM 23.1), and SR-287 resurfacing from SR-379 (LM 5.2) to south of Shelbyville Road (LM 10): Resurfacing operations have begun on SR-150 Marion County. SR-96 Cannon County portion is completed. During construction, the road will be reduced to one lane, flaggers and a pilot car will be used to guide traffic flow through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Whitaker Contracting Corporation/Parnham/CNT030]

COFFEE COUNTY I-24 Resurfacing from Bedford County (MM 96) to Noah Fork Creek (MM 101) including bridge deck repair: Installation of thermo pavement markings will take place Tuesday thru Friday between 9 AM and 3 PM. Pavement marking work will be performed under a mobile operation without any lane closures.  Estimated project completion date is August 2019.

[Rogers Group, Inc./Hussein/CNS332]

COFFEE COUNTY TDOT Bridge Maintenance on SR-2 (HWY. 41) in both directions from LM 0.51 to LM 0.51: TDOT Bridge Maintenance will be performing concrete repairs on the SR-2 bridge over Garrison Fork Creek on Monday (08/05/19) through Wednesday (08/07/19) from 9 AM to 4 PM. Traffic control will be in place at this time with intermittent lane closures.

COFFEE COUNTY Utility Work on I-24 in both directions from MM 14.52 to MM 14.52: A rolling road block will occur for 2 consecutive days on I-24 between Veneer St and Ragsdale Rd. THP will be present, as well as signage and flaggers. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place on 08/06/19 and 08/07/19 from 9 AM to 10 AM.

COFFEE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-53 (WOODBURY HWY.) in both directions from LM 4.23 to LM 8.72: Intermittent lane closures will occur for utility work along Woodbury Hwy from near Gladys Lane to near Pomroy Road. Signage and flaggers will be used. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 05/09/19 through 09/05/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM.

FRANKLIN COUNTY Utility Work on SR-156 (JUMPOFF RD.) southbound from LM 0.15 to LM 2.13: Shoulder closures and intermittent lane closures for utility work will occur along SR-156 (Jumpoff Rd). Signage and flaggers will be present. Motorists should use caution. Work will begin 08/06/19 and continue through 09/20/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM.

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-50 Resurfacing from east of SR-121 (LM 6.1) to near Dry Creek Road (LM 10.3): The contractor will begin milling and paving activities. There will be a flagging operation to control traffic. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.

[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNT141]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-108 in both directions at LM 23.6: The roadway is reduced to one lane and signalized 24/7 due to a roadway settlement.

[TDOT/Maintenance/MAINT]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-108 Resurfacing from east of Hugh Wooten Road (LM 26) to the Warren County line (LM 31.2): The contractor will continue the paving operations. 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 in the final phase of this project at this time. There may be possible 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 occur along Hwy 27 between Hwy 41 and East Valley Rd. Motorists should use caution and be aware of flaggers. Work will take place from 04/23/19 through 08/01/19 from 6 AM and 4 PM.

MARION COUNTY SR-156 over Running Water Creek (LM 25.58) bridge rehabilitation: SR-156 will be reduced to one lane and controlled by a temporary traffic signal for the duration of the project. 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-156 Repair of a 76" x 67" elliptical corrugated metal pipe culvert on at LM 13.15: The contractor will begin work on 07/29/19. The road will occasionally be reduced to one lane and controlled by flaggers.  Estimated project completion date is August 2019.

[Proshot Concrete, Inc./Voiles/CNT914]

MARION COUNTY SR-2 (US-64, US-72, US-41) Emergency slope stabilization between LM 25.20 and LM 26.40: Work continues on this project. The contractor will continue to maintain one lane open to traffic. At this time, traffic signals are installed and will remain in place until the project is complete.  RESTRICTIONS: No wide loads. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.

[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Hussein/CNT229]

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 Utility Work on SR-40 (S. LEE HWY.) in both directions from LM 0.20 to LM 0.21: Temporary lane closures for utility work will occur on S. Lee Hwy between Crest Drive SW and Oak Street SW. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 07/29/19 through 08/30/19 between 9AM and 2PM.

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-60 Resurfacing from north of SR-306 (LM 20.4) to the Hamilton County line (LM 25.1): During this reporting period, the contractor will have daily lane closures from 7:30 AM to 6 PM for resurfacing operations. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/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): Work on this project is complete pending punchlist items. The contractor may have intermittent lane closures on SR-306 and SR-307 each day from 8 AM to 5:30 PM to work on cleanup and remove construction signs.  Estimated project completion date is August 2019.

[Superior Pavement Markings, Inc./Wagner/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 intermittent lane closures from 8 AM to 6:30 PM for the installation of permanent striping and snowplowable pavement markers. Flaggers will be on site to assist with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Hudson Construction Company/Wagner/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 nightly between 9 PM and 6 AM. Also, there will be a single right lane closure on I-75 NB at the state line on 08/01/19 from 9 PM to 6 AM. Haul trucks will be entering and exiting the interstate at these locations.

[C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/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 exiting 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 1C 4th St Of Ramp: On 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 Utility Work on SR-320 (E. BRAINERD RD.) westbound from LM 3.7 to LM 3.8: Intermittent lane closures for utility work will occur along E. Brainerd Rd between Kinsey Drive and Stanley Avenue. Arrow board, signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place on 08/05/2019 between 9AM and 3PM.

HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-8 (TAFT HWY.) in both directions from LM 19.87 to LM 19.87: Intermittent lane closures for utility work will occur along Taft Hwy between Timesville Rd and Chicory Place. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place 07/25/19 through 08/07/19 between 9AM and 3PM.

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 will remain open at all times.  Estimated project completion date is October 2019.

[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT096]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Emergency slope stabilization near LM 7.1: The contractor has concluded paving operations and reopened the road to traffic on July 31, 2019. They will be putting down striping and taking down construction signs on August 1, 2019. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.

[Thomas Brothers Construction Co., Inc./Osbonlighter/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 performing resurfacing operations. Lane closures will be limited to one lane at any given time. Law enforcement will be present. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/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. The traveling public should be alert.  Estimated project completion date is April 2020.

[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNR078]

MCMINN COUNTY SR-2 (US-11) Resurfacing from south of Rocky Mount Road (LM 12.18) to north of Haines Road (LM 14.8): Work on this project is complete pending punchlist items. The contractor may have intermittent lane closures Monday through Friday 9 AM to 4 PM to work on general cleanup and remove construction signs. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.

[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/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 and 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./Osbonlighter/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-30 Resurfacing from west of Tellico Reliance Road (LM 8) to near Greasy Creek Road (LM 13.1): During this reporting period, the contractor will be installing construction signs on SR-30. Lane closures will be possible from 8 AM to 5:30 PM. Beginning 08/05/19, motorists should expect long delays on SR-30 between LM 8 and LM 13.1 as resurfacing operations begin. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and be aware of flaggers assisting with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.

[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/CNT148]

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 steel bar reinforcement for the eastbound bridge deck. Traffic on SR-40 is reduced to one 12' lane in each direction for the duration of this work. 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/Wagner/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 a 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/Osbonlighter/CNT073]

 

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./Osbonlighter/CNQ287]

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.  Estimated project completion date is June 2020.

[Cumberland Guardrail, Inc./Parnham/CNT114]

REGION 2 The 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 August 2019.

[Pavement Restorations, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT150]

REGION 2 On-call signing: On 07/31/19 through 08/07/19, the contractor will be hanging signs at various locations in McMinn, Franklin, and Marion Counties. This work will be done with shoulder closures and will not impact traffic. Estimated project completion date is August 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. Estimated project completion date is February 2020.

[Blevins Enterprises, Inc./Micka/CNS320]

REGION 2 On-call concrete pavement repair at various locations on various Interstate and State Routes: Beginning on 07/31/19, during daytime hours, the contractor will be performing concrete pavement repairs on the Signal Mountain Road On-ramp to US27/SR29 NB. They will be repairing a half-width of the ramp at a time leaving a minimum of a 10 foot driving lane open to traffic.  Estimated project completion date is March 2020.

[Vulcan Materials/Voiles/CNS358]

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, and Cumberland Counties. This will result in mobile lane closures on SR-24, SR-56, SR-84, SR-111 and SR-135 in Putnam County, on SR-64 in Coffee 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/Jolley/CNT047]

RESTRICTIONS

BLEDSOE COUNTY - CNS266: 10 foot lane

MARION COUNTY - CNS905: 10 foot lane

MARION COUNTY - CNT229: No wide loads

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 1C 4th St Of Ramp: On 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.

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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