Roadway Activity Report for the Lower East and Upper Cumberland (January 11 - 17, 2023)
A complete list of lane closure activity due to construction or maintenance operation on state-owned roads within the 24 middle and east Tennessee counties of TDOT Region 2.DISTRICT 27
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) bridge construction and paving from north of I-40 (LM 17.8) to near Potato Farm Road (LM 22.7): The contractor continues grading activities throughout the project limits. Temporary lane closures and/or periodic traffic stoppages will be necessary for construction activities. Flaggers and advanced warning signs will accompany any closures. Motorists should use caution while traveling through the work zone. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) construction of a roundabout at SR-392 (LM 17 / Milo Lemert Parkway) and SR-101 (Peavine Rd / 17.4): Construction activities are ongoing throughout the project. Motorists entering the roundabout should yield to vehicles within the roundabout. Motorists should use caution while driving through the work zone. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) construction of bridge over the Obed River (LM 12.7): Bridge replacement activities continue on SR-1 (US-70) over the Obed River bridge. SR-1 (US-70) is to be closed at the bridge for the duration of the project until the work is completed. A detour with signs have been displayed to utilize Northside Drive (SR-462) to travel around the closure. Additionally, the left turn from Sparta Drive onto Miller Avenue (SR-392) has been closed for the duration of the project. Motorists should be aware of the road closure and utilize the detour route as necessary. RESTRICTIONS: Bridge on SR-1 (US-70) over the Obed River is being replaced. The road is closed at LM 12.72. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) grading, drainage, signals and paving from SR-68 to south of the bridge over Byrd's Creek (LM 9.7 to LM 10.6): Grading activities are in progress along SR-28 and SR-68. Traffic has been shifted to a section of the new alignment along SR-28 and SR-68. Construction equipment and vehicles will be entering and exiting the work zone frequently. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the area and be aware of the traffic pattern shifts. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-462 from SR-28 (US-127N / LM 3.1) to SR-298 (Genesis Road / LM 4.6) in Crossville: Construction activities are in progress. Activities will require temporary lane closures and/or traffic stoppages on Interstate Drive (SR-462), as well as short term closures of city streets. Flagging operations will accompany these closures with appropriate signs. Traffic has been swapped at Stout Drive intersection to near Cotton Patch Road. Motorists traveling west on Interstate Drive should be mindful of the "Right Turn Only" lane at the intersection of Stout Drive. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone. |
CUMBERLAND AND FENTRESS COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) widening from near N. Lowe Rd (LM 29.2) to north of SR-62 (LM 1.9): The contractor will continue work along the new alignment of SR 28. In addition, the contractor will be performing utility work adjacent to the existing alignment of SR 28. Flaggers are being intermittently used to control traffic through parts of the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel adjacent to the roadway. |
CUMBERLAND, DEKALB, JACKSON, OVERTON, AND PUTNAM COUNTY Curb ramp upgrades in District 27: The Contractor will be working on replacing concrete curb ramps along Cumberland County SR-101 between LM 15.93 and LM 18.09. The Contractor is also expected to start work in Dekalb County along SR-26 from LM 15.90 to LM 20.30. The contractor will have lane closures set up in the outside lanes of traffic during this work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and follow construction signing. During this work sections of the sidewalk will be closed, and pedestrians will need to use an alternate route. |
DEKALB COUNTY SR-26 (SPARTA HWY.) Utility Work westbound from LM 23.6 to LM 27.2: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-26 between Jack Hudson Road and Billings Road / Johnson Chapel Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/11/24 through 02/10/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2023-741] |
DEKALB COUNTY SR-26 (US-70) grading, drainage, and construction of retaining walls and paving from near SR-53 (LM 2) to near SR-96 (LM 6.1): The contractor continues grading and construction activities throughout the project. Temporary lane closures and periodic traffic stoppages will be necessary for construction activities and motorists should be prepared to stop while traveling through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to obey posted speed limit and to watch for construction equipment and personnel adjacent to the roadway. The East end of Old Liberty Road will be closed to through traffic due to construction activities. Motorists and EMS will need to use the West entrance of Old Liberty Road to gain access and follow detour signs. |
JACKSON COUNTY SR-85 bridge repair over Indian Creek (LM 4.77): The contractor has begun work on the bridge repair. The road is reduced to one 11’ lane from LM 4.5 – 5.0 using temporary traffic signals to control traffic through the work zone. A wide load detour is in place for vehicles that require larger clearance. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel throughout the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: The road is reduced to one 11’ lane from LM 4.5 – 5.0 using temporary traffic signals to control traffic through the work zone. |
PICKETT COUNTY SR-325 TDOT Maintenance both directions at LM 12.5: TDOT Maintenance Crews and contractors will begin working on a slide repair at SR-325 LM 12.5 near Dry Creek Road in Pickett County on 01/03/23. The work will result in a one lane closure using temporary traffic signals on each side of the work zone. Repairs are expected to be completed on 1/12/2023. Traffic is encouraged to use caution while travelling through the work zone. |
PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 construction from north of the SR-111 interchange to south of the I-40 interchange: The contractor continues grading activities throughout the project. Temporary lane closures and/or periodic traffic stoppages will be necessary for construction activities. Pigeon Roost Creek Road at the intersection of SR-136 is closed with detour signs to utilize Bunker Hill Road. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling through the work zone and be aware of construction personnel. |
PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 (S. JEFFERSON AVE.) Utility Work both directions from LM 2.4 to LM 3.8: NIGHTTIME (8 pm - 6 am) and DAYTIME (9 am - 3 pm) shoulder and lane closures on South Jefferson Avenue between Interstate Drive and Stevens Street. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 09/15/23 through 01/31/24. [2023-336] |
WHITE COUNTY SR-111 (STATE HWY. 111) TDOT Bridge Inspection both directions at LM 6.37: A routine inspection of the SR-111 bridge over the Calfkiller River at LM 6.37 will be conducted on Wednesday, January 17th, from 8:30AM-3PM. The right lane and shoulder will be closed first on the southbound and then on the northbound lanes. Motorists are advised to use caution and be prepared to merge into the left lane when approaching the bridge. |
DISTRICT 28
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-28 LM 14.3 SIA route serving Project Protein: The contractor is constructing a new road for SIA serving Project Protein in Bledsoe County off of SR-28. A single right lane closure is setup on SR-28 SB from LM 14.2 to LM 14.4 to remove existing curb and gutter and replace with new. Please use caution when driving through the work zone. |
CANNON COUNTY SR-1 (US-70S) construction from near Barker Road (LM 1.2) to east of Hoover Road (LM 2.5): Contractor may be utilizing lane closures through the work zone for signal work. Motorists should remain vigilant of traffic control measures and use caution at the intersection of SR-64 and SR-1. |
COFFEE COUNTY I-24 (MM 105) construction of an overpass carrying SR-2 (US-41): Jan. 11th - 12th 2024 (7PM-6AM) - Phase 1 of I-24 bridge demolition at Exit 105 will continue next week. I-24 EB will be closed at night. Detour will be implemented onto EB off-ramp and on-ramp. Message boards and signs will be utilized to show detours and hours of I-24 closure. SR-2 will be closed, and detour will be implemented for SR-2 to allow interstate traffic to flow freely. Three Coffee County officers have been requested by contractor. Jan. 14th - 17th 2024 (7PM-6AM) - Phase 1 of I24 bridge demolition at Exit 105 will continue next week. I-24 WB will be closed sat night. Detour will be implemented onto WB off-ramp and on-ramp. Message boards and signs will be utilized to show detours and hours of I-24 closure. SR-2 will be closed, and detour will be implemented for SR-2 to allow interstate traffic to flow freely. Three Coffee County officers have been requested by contractor. Between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM, SR-2 will be reduced to one lane utilizing traffic signal system. The temporary traffic signal will remain in effect until 9/18/2024. |
COFFEE, GRUNDY, AND WARREN COUNTY The ADA curb ramp upgrades on various State Routes: The contractor will have several shoulder and possible lane closures at various locations in Warren, Coffee, and Grundy Counties for sidewalk, signs, pavement marking, and ramp work. Motorists should use caution and watch for workers and equipment. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-127 and SR-16 (US-41A) upgrade of school zone flashing signals near North Middle School in Decherd: Construction activity will continue on this project. Lane closure will be required to perform construction activities. Motorists are advised to be alert to all project activity and encouraged to use caution throughout the work zone. |
MARION COUNTY I-24 (US-64) rockfall mitigation westbound between MM 136.2 and MM 140.3: The contractor will be working on I-24 WB at MM 141 – 140, MM 139.0 – 137.0, and MM 136.0 – 135.0 to perform rockfall mitigation activities. Please use caution when driving through the work zones. |
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-283 (EAST VALLEY RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 1.15 to LM 5.54: Mobile shoulder and lane closures between intersection of SR-283/E. Valley Road and New Hope Loop as crews transition the work zone along the route. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 08/31/23 through 02/01/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2023-425] |
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-8 (HWY. 8) Utility Work both directions from LM 26 to LM 34: Mobile shoulder and lane closures between the intersection of SR-8 and SR-399 and ending at the intersection of SR-8 and George Hollands Lane as crews transition the work zone along the route. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 11/27/23 through 05/01/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2023-498] |
SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-8 (TAFT HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 11.08 to LM 14.89: Intermittent lane closures for aerial utility work along Taft Highway between Kell Loop and the intersection SR-28. Motorists should be prepared to stop and expect delays. Signage and flaggers will be present, weather permitting between 9 am - 2 pm, 12/04/23 - 02/01/24. [2023-424] |
WARREN COUNTY SR-1 (US-70S) and SR-380 intersection improvement and SIA to Motlow Advanced Robotics with intersection: Contractor will continue to have intermitted lane closures on SR-380 and SR-1 to finish pavement markings and remaining work. Motorists should expect some delays and use caution through work zone. |
WARREN AND WHITE COUNTY SR-136 repair of the bridge over the Caney Fork River LM 2: The bridge will be one lane through the duration of the project. Motorists should use caution and watch for flaggers. Motorists should expect some delays at the bridge with the traffic signal and traffic utilizing one lane. |
DISTRICT 29
BRADLEY COUNTY SR-60 widening from the 4-lane north of I-75 (LM 17.2) to SR-306 (LM19.9): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working to remove the old bridge over Candies Creek and install new storm drainage. The speed limit in the work zone has been reduced to 35 mph. Motorists are advised to use caution in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control. |
BRADLEY COUNTY SR-308 (LAUDERDALE MEMORIAL HWY.) Utility Work westbound from LM 4.5 to LM 4.7: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-308 at Infinity Drive. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 12/11/23 through 01/12/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2023-599] |
BRADLEY, HAMILTON, MEIGS, RHEA, AND POLK COUNTY Curb ramp upgrades in District 29: During this reporting period, the contractor will be removing curb ramps in Bradley county along Inman Street from the intersection with Wildwood Avenue. Pedestrian detour routes will be posted for any closed sidewalks. Shoulder and street parking closures are possible in this area as work to upgrade the curb ramps gets underway. |
HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 concrete repair from east of the I-124 (US-27) ramps (MM 179.0) to east of Long Street (MM 178.8): On Monday thru Wednesday night from 9 PM-6 AM, there will be nightly lane closures on I24 and the I24 WB off ramp to US27 NB. During these closures, there is the possibility that ramps might be temporarily closed. During the weekdays from 9 PM-6 AM, there will be 1 lane closed on I24 EB and WB. Also, during this time, US27 SB Traffic onto I24 EB ramp traffic will be detoured onto the Broad St. ramp. The traffic will use the new Frontage Road and get back onto I24 EB at the Market St. on-ramp to I24 EB. Traffic should expect possible long delays during this time and to find alternate routes around this area. RESTRICTIONS: For this upcoming weekend closure traffic will be down to 1 lane that will be about 11ft wide. |
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction Phase 2: Nightly lane closures will occur on this project, 9 PM to 6 AM, on I-75 North and South between Exit 1 (East Ridge) and Exit 3A (East Brainerd Road/ SR-320) and on I-24 East and West from Germantown Road to Spring Creek Road, MM182 to MM185, for various construction activities. Ramps have been modified or closed, and interstate traffic on both routes has been reduced to three lanes and moved toward the median to provide room for construction of new lanes, installation of drainage structures, retaining walls and bridges. Contract crews are working nightly so please stay alert for changing traffic conditions as construction vehicles enter and leave the roadway. To perform some of this work, rolling roadblocks may also be used in addition to lane closures to separate vehicles from construction activities. Multiple uniformed police officers will be present in these work zones to assist with traffic management and to enforce traffic laws. The left lane on North and South Terrace between Belvoir Avenue and Spring Creek Road will be closed for installation of drainage structures, retaining and noise wall construction. Intermittent daytime non-rush hour lane closures may also be necessary throughout the period on South Terrace and North Terrace to work on clearing vegetation, street lighting, setting portable concrete barrier walls and various other construction items. All work is weather permitting. Moore Road and McBrien Road bridges over I 24 are closed as well as the entrance and exit ramps to I-24 between Belvoir Avenue and Moore Road. A continuous flow detour using Belvoir Avenue and Spring Creek Road is in place for local traffic. The closures and detour will be in place for approximately 7 months. RESTRICTIONS: Moore Road and McBrien Road over I-24 closed. I-24 Ramps between Belvoir and Moore Road closed. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (DODDS AVE.) Utility Work westbound from LM 11.28 to LM 10.25: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-2 (Dodds Avenue) between McCallie Avenue and East 19th Street. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, flaggers, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/04/24 through 01/17/24 from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, weather permitting. [2019-507] |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (E. 23RD ST.) Utility Work eastbound from LM 9.7 to LM 9.875: Center lane closure on SR-2 (E. 23rd Street) between S. Lyerly Street and 4th Avenue. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, flaggers, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/08/24 through 01/17/24 from 9 am - 2 pm, weather permitting. [2019-507] |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-312 (MAHAN GAP RD.) Utility Work eastbound from LM 17 to LM 18: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-312 (Mahan Gap Road) between Ooltewah Georgetown Road and Owl Hollow Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 11/07/23 through 03/07/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2023-497] |
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at the Hamilton Place Mall interchange: Starting on Wednesday night from 8 PM-6 AM, the contractor on this project will have temporary lane closures on I-75 in the Northbound direction from MM 4 to MM 7. The contractor will be shifting traffic to the outside on the northbound lanes weather permitting. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-317 (Apison Pike) improvement project from SR-321 (Ooltewah-Ringgold Road) to east of Layton Lane: Lane closures and flagging operations will be required on SR-317, Apison Pike, for utility and grading work. The flagging operations will be performed on 01/11/24, 01/12/24, 01/15/24, 01/16/24 and 01/17/24 from 7 AM to 1 PM and 3 PM to 7 PM. Closures will last about 2 hours per location. The contractor will have intermittent flagging operations during daytime non-peak hours for utility work, delivery of materials and equipment, possible guardrail installation, and curb and gutter operations. |
MCMINN COUNTY SR-2 (CONGRESS PKWY.) Utility Work southbound from LM 13 to LM 14: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-2 (Congress Pkwy) between Velma Road and Layman Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/08/24 through 05/07/24 from 7 am - 5 pm. [2023-412] |
MCMINN COUNTY SR-39 construction of a bridge over Middle Creek (LM 13.4): During this reporting period, the Northbound and Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane and controlled by traffic signals. County road 567 will be closed to traffic (LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY) and detoured to SR039. This closure is necessary to perform the bridge replacement. The lane restriction will remain in place until the bridge replacement is completed. |
MEIGS COUNTY SR-58 (STATE HWY. 58) Utility Work both directions from LM 15 to LM 9: Intermittent lane closures on SR-58 between Burkett Chapel Road and Blank Road/Sneed Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 08/24/23 through 01/12/24 from 8 am - 5 pm. [2022-366] |
MEIGS COUNTY SR-60 (STATE HWY. 60) Utility Work westbound at LM 1.57: Shoulder and lane closures on SR-60 at Homer Hollow Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/16/24 from 8 am - 5 pm. [PIN 131703.00] |
MEIGS COUNTY SR-58 at SR-68 (LM 26.9) construction of a roundabout, and safety improvements on SR-58 near Nebo Road (LM 29.2): During this period, the contractor will be performing paving operations for construction of a new roundabout. Intermittent lane closures are possible on SR-58 and SR-68 from 8 AM to 6 PM as work is performed. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control. |
POLK COUNTY SR-68 repair of the bridge over the Hiwassee River (LM 4.8): During this reporting period, the contractor will continue work on bridge repairs to the SR-68 bridge over the Hiwassee River. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control. |
REGION WIDE
REGION 2 preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: REGION 2 preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures to perform preventative or unscheduled maintenance to the local SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System. At least one travel lane will always remain open to traffic. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. |
REGION 2 The installation of longitudinal cable barrier on various Interstate Routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder closures on I-75, I-24, and I-40 in order to perform cable rail installation. Both travel lanes will always remain open to traffic on the interstate during any work that is performed. |
REGION 2 The 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 Sunday through Thursday from 7 PM to 6 AM and daily Monday through Friday 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. |
REGION 2 The random 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 always remain open to traffic on the interstate during any work that is performed. |
REGION 2 The random on-call signing on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor will be installing new overhead signs on SR-111 SB at LM 1.2 and LM 1.6 on 01/10/24 from 9 PM - 6 AM. This work will require a right lane closure leaving one lane open to traffic. For a limited time, the truck runaway ramp will be closed while an overhead sign is being replaced. Also, on 01/11/24, from 9 PM - 6 AM, 2 signs will be installed on the right shoulder of I-75 NB at MM 14.7 and MM 14.9. This work will require a right lane closure leaving two lanes open to traffic. Please use caution when driving by the work zone. |
REGION 2 The sweeping on various Interstate and State Routes: There will be an area wide sweeping operation on selected regional state routes and interstates. This activity will be supported by a mobile lane closure. Hours of activity are Sunday through Thursday night between 8 PM and 6 AM during this reporting period. |
RESTRICTIONS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY - CNX110: Bridge on SR-1 (US-70) over the Obed River is being replaced. The road is closed at LM 12.72. |
JACKSON COUNTY - CNX111: The road is reduced to one 11’ lane from LM 4.5 – 5.0 using temporary traffic signals to control traffic through the work zone. |
HAMILTON COUNTY - CNX186: For this upcoming weekend closure traffic will be down to 1 lane that will be about 11ft wide. |
HAMILTON COUNTY - DB2101: Moore Road and McBrien Road over I-24 closed. I-24 Ramps between Belvoir and Moore Road closed. |
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.