Tunnels now open in both directions

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. –TDOT contract crews from GeoStabilization International, LLC have completed the permanent repairs to the slope near the tunnels in East Ridge at the site of a recent mudslide, and the westbound tunnel is now open to traffic.  

TDOT maintenance crews will work on the ditch line at the base of the slope in the future, but that will be done on a weekday during non-peak hours and require only a temporary closure.

Crews from GSI will still be in the area repairing a second slide site, but the work will be done off the roadway and will not affect traffic.

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 should 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.

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