Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 (Jan. 9-15, 2020)
DISTRICT 27
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 on I-40. The contractor continues grade work and drainage activities in the median behind portable barrier rail. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, use caution, and be 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: Construction signs, portable barrier rail, and temporary traffic signals have been installed. SR-1 (US-70) will be reduced to one lane between Godsey Road and Renegade Mountain Parkway while slope stabilization is in process. Motorists should exercise caution and pay attention to temporary traffic signals as they travel through the work zone.
[Twin K Construction/Bradley/CNT234]
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 need as construction activities continue. Motorists should reduce speed 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 WARREN COUNTY SR-56 Construction of bridges and paving from south of Warren-DeKalb County (LM 24.5) line to East Bryant St (LM 2.9): The contractor will continue installing concrete box culverts and drainage structures. Grade work and utility work on the new roadway alignment are ongoing. No change in traffic patterns, traffic is still using the existing SR-56. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for construction equipment adjacent to roadway. Estimated project completion date is May 2022.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/McMinnville/CNT011]
FENTRESS AND OVERTON COUNTY SR-85 Emergency slide repairs at various locations: The contractor continues work on the Overton County side of SR-85 and the road remains closed from LM 17.5 to LM 22.2. This closure will remain in effect until summer of 2020. The Fentress County portion of SR-85 remains open to through traffic. A detour route remains in place and motorists are encouraged to continue using the detour route until the road is opened. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNT154]
OVERTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-111 (COOKEVILLE HWY.) in both directions from LM 14 to LM 9.8: Signage and flaggers will be present for work along Cookeville Hwy/Bradford Hicks Dr/W Main St and on SR-294 along Bradford Hicks Dr/School Mountain Rd on LM 0.48-0.57. The Livingston Police Department will be used as needed for traffic control. Motorists should use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment. 9 AM to 3 PM, from 01/02/20 through 01/31/20.
OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 Miscellaneous safety improvements at the intersections of SR-293 (LM 3.1 and LM 3.2): The contractor has removed the lane closure that was in place on SR 111 from LM 2.50 to LM 3.50. The contractor will resume work 01/06/20 and will use intermittent lane closures to continue work in the median. The construction zone is still under a 55 MPH speed limit and motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone and obey the speed limit. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT184]
OVERTON COUNTY SR-294 Bridge repair over Big Eagle Creek (LM 1.39): The lane closure at LM 1.39 remains in place and the contractor continues work on Phase 1 of the bridge deck. This lane closure will remain until project completion scheduled for 06/15/20. During the closure, a temporary signal system is in place to allow traffic through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and move slowly through the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 10' should seek alternate route. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[W and O Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNT243]
WHITE COUNTY TDOT Bridge Inspection on SR-1 (MEMORIAL HWY.) northbound from LM 7.03 to LM 7.03: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-001 Bridge over the Calfkiller River at LM 7.03 eastbound on Wednesday; 1/15/20 from 9 am till 2 pm. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
WHITE COUNTY TDOT Bridge Inspection on SR-1 (MEMORIAL HWY.) southbound from LM 7.03 to LM 7.03: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-001 Bridge over the Calfkiller River at LM 7.03 westbound on Thursday; 1/16/20 from 9 am till 2 pm. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
WHITE COUNTY TDOT Bridge Inspection on SR-111 (STATE HWY. 111) in both directions from LM 6.37 to LM 6.37: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-111 Bridge over the Calfkiller River at LM 6.37 on Tuesday; 1/14/20 from 9 am till 2 pm. One lane will be closed with traffic control in place.
WHITE COUNTY TDOT Bridge Inspection on SR-285 (E. GOOSENECK RD.) in both directions from LM 1.46 to LM 1.46: Bridge inspection will be performing its 2-year inspection on the SR-285 Bridge over the Calfkiller River at LM 1.46 on Monday; 1/13/20 from 9 am till 2 pm. Traffic control will be in place for this inspection.
WHITE COUNTY Utility Work on SR-289 (N. SPRING ST.) in both directions from LM 0.74 to LM 0.86: Signage and trucks with flashing lights will be present for overhead work along N. Spring St between 332 N. Spring St and 308 N. Spring St. Motorists should use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment. 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, from 01/09/20 through 01/15/20.
WHITE COUNTY Grading, drainage and paving on a S.I.A. route serving Project Charger: Construction signs and portable barrier wall have been installed throughout the project. The contractor will be working on grading and drainage work behind the portable barrier rail during this period along Airport Rd. Temporary traffic stoppages may be needed as construction progresses. Motorists are advised to use caution while traveling through the work zone and be alert of all traffic signage, personnel, and equipment. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Cookeville/CNT259]
DISTRICT 28
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-28 Slope stabilization in Bledsoe County near LM 28.8: The contractor is working on SR-28 north from mile marker 28.7 to 28.9. The roadway will be reduced to one lane controlled by a traffic signal. Large trucks heading South on SR-28, down the mountain are encouraged to use extreme caution. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Twin K Construction/Voiles/CNT924]
FRANKLIN COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-15 (DAVID CROCKETT HWY.) in both directions from LM 13.38 to LM 13.38: Region 2 bridge maintenance will be repairing the bridge on SR-15 at LM 13.38. The work will take place Wednesday, 01/08/2020 through Monday, 01/13/18 from 8 AM till 4 PM. One lane will be closed with traffic control in place.
FRANKLIN COUNTY Utility Work on SR-127 (AEDC RD.) in both directions from LM 4.12 to LM 4.5: Intermittent lane closures will occur along AEDC Road between MM 4 and Paynes Church Rd as crews transition down the road. Signage and flaggers will be present. Motorists should use caution. 9 AM - 3 PM, from 01/13/20 through 01/31/20
GRUNDY COUNTY Slope stabilization on SR-50 in both directions at LM 9.82: The roadway is reduced to one lane and signalized 24/7 due to roadway settlement. The slope repair contractor has begun work on permanent repairs.
[GeoStabilization International, LLC /Maintenance/MAINT]
MARION COUNTY Utility Work on SR-2 (US-HWY. 41) in both directions from LM 16.07 to LM 20.46: Mobile lane closures will occur as crews transition the work zone between Hwy 28 and Marion County Park. Signage and flaggers will be present. Motorists should use caution. 9 AM - 3 PM, from 01/09/20 to 02/15/2020
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 with the restrictions of all wide loads. At this time, traffic signals are installed and will remain in place until the project is complete. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and be alert to construction personnel and equipment. RESTRICTIONS: Restriction of all Wide Loads will remain in place until project is complete.
[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 lane. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Palmertree Construction Company, LLC/McMinnville/CNQ270]
DISTRICT 29
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction: Phase 1 traffic shifts have been implemented. Traffic should expect multiple lane shifts traveling through the interchange. Lane closures will occur Sunday nights through Thursdays nights between 9 PM and 6 AM at the following locations: I-75 NB at state line, I-75 NB MM 2, I-75 SB MM 3, I-24 EB MM 185, I-24 WB 185. Traffic pacing will also occur for I-75 NB, I-75 SB, and I-24 EB. Additionally, shoulders may be closed at various locations between 9 AM and 3 PM for access to the median and roadside areas. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH throughout the interchange.
[C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc./Blevins/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. 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. On Sunday, 01/12/2020 and Monday, 01/13/2020 from 7 PM - 6 AM, temporary road closures will be in place for eastbound W. 4th Street under US-27 to install storm drainage. All traffic using southbound EXIT 1C will be required to continue on to W. 6th Street. Traffic wishing to access 4th Street will be detoured to 6th Street / Chestnut Street / 4th Street. 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.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Micka/CNP230]
HAMILTON COUNTY TDOT Bridge Maintenance on I-24 eastbound from MM 178 to MM 178: Region 2 bridge maintenance will be repairing the concrete deck in the bridge at I-24 ramp to Broad Street and US-27 at LM 178. The work will take place at night and begin on Wednesday, 01/08/2020 from 7 PM till 6 AM. One lane will be closed with traffic control in place.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-319 (DUPONT PKWY.) in both directions from LM 3.27 to LM 3.27: THP will assist with a rolling road block for aerial utility work from SR-153 to SR-319 southbound and SR-58 to SR-319 northbound. This includes a crossing at the southbound ramp on to Amnicola Hwy. There will be message boards, signs, drums, cones, and flaggers. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment. 4 AM to 5 AM on 01/12/20.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-319 (HIXSON PK.) eastbound from LM 8.09 to LM 8.09: A single lane closure of the eastbound lane will occur between Big Ridge Road and Gold Crest Drive. Arrow board, signage and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment. 9 AM to 2 PM from 01/06/20 through 01/10/20.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-319 (HIXSON PK.) eastbound from LM 9.89 to LM 9.89: A single lane closure of the eastbound lane will occur between Gold Point Lane and Hideaway Lane. Arrow board, signage and cones will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment. 9 AM to 2 PM from 01/06/20 through 01/10/20.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-320 (E. BRAINERD RD.) eastbound from LM 0.70 to LM 1.0: Mobile lane closures will occur along East Brainerd Road as crews transition the work zone between Walker Street and Vance Road. Signage and flaggers will be present. Motorists are encouraged to use caution. 9 AM - 2 PM, from 01/09/20 to 01/10/20
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-8 (CHEROKEE BLVD.) in both directions from LM 11.35 to LM 11.10: Dayton Blvd will be reduced to one lane in each direction at 901 Cherokee Blvd and 1000 Dayton Blvd. Arrow board, cones, and signage will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment. 9 AM to 3 PM from 01/09/20 through 01/10/20.
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-8 (CHEROKEE BLVD.) northbound from LM 11.43 to LM 11.48: Dayton Blvd will be reduced to one northbound lane at Ashmore Ave. Arrow board, vertical panels, cones, and signage will be present. Motorists should use caution through the area and be aware of personnel and equipment. 9 AM to 2 PM from 01/06/20 through 01/10/20.
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Resurfacing from north of Shallowford Road (LM 2.6) to north of SR-58 (LM 4.8), including bridge deck repair: There will be lane closures at the following ramps: Shallowford, Jersey Pike, and Bonny Oaks from 9 AM to 3 PM Monday through Friday. This work is weather dependent. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNT087]
MCMINN COUNTY SR-30, Grading, drainage and paving on SR-30 from Jackson Street to east of Knight Road in Athens: This project continues in its phase 2 traffic configuration with all traffic restricted to the eastbound side of the roadway. This allows one lane of traffic in each direction and turning lanes at intersections and businesses. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNR078]
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.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT103]
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 repairs to the steel beams on the eastbound bridge and deck repairs on the westbound bridge. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction on US-64 for the duration of this work. Motorists are advised to use caution and reduce speed in the work zone due to reduced lane widths. RESTRICTIONS: No loads wider than 12 Ft at LM 26.93 WB. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/Wagner/CNT062]
RHEA COUNTY TDOT Slope Stabilization 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. Slope repair contractor has begun work on permanent repairs.
[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 & drainage operations along SR-30, New Union Rd & White Oak Dr. During this current phase, a new traffic pattern will be in place at the intersection of New Union Rd. and SR-30. The intersection of White Oak Drive and SR-30 will be maintained in its current pattern. Flaggers will be on-site to assist with heavy equipment entering and exiting existing roadways.
[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 January 2020.
[NABCO Electric Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/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./McMinnville/CNT114]
REGION 2 Sweeping and drain cleaning on various interstate and state routes: An area wide sweeping operation will continue (Sunday-Thursday, 8PM -6AM). Thursday, 1/9/2020. This is supported by a mobile lane closure operation. Estimated project completion date is February 2020.
[Blevins Enterprises, Inc./Micka/CNS320]
REGION 2 On-call cable barrier repairs 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 2020.
[LU, Inc./McMinnville/CNT292]
RESTRICTIONS
OVERTON COUNTY - CNT243: Loads wider than 10' should seek alternate route.
MARION COUNTY - CNT229: Restriction of all Wide Loads will remain in place until project is complete.
WARREN COUNTY - CNQ270: 10.5 foot lane.
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 at LM 26.93 WB.
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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