NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation is conducting an emergency lane closure of the Exit 210 ramp for I-65 South due to a large pothole on the bridge over 8th Avenue.

Concrete deterioration has caused a deep pothole to form on the bridge. The bridge is safe to cross, but to prevent further damage to the bridge and vehicles that cross it, the traffic will be shifted to the right lane. The on-ramp from Demonbreun Street onto I-40/I-65 will also be closed to lessen interstate input.

Due to the nature and location of the damage, an emergency contract and possibly a full closure will be needed to make the necessary repairs. TDOT is working to secure a contract while crews implement the traffic plan out of an abundance of caution.

Motorists are advised to plan for extra travel time and slow down while in a work zone.

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 phone for travel information.

As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and Know Before You Go! by checking travel conditions before leaving for their destination. Drivers should never tweet, text or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.