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Tennessee Department of Transportation Press Releases

1,372 Press Releases
  • Published on June 5, 2024 - 19:34 GMT

    West Tennessee Construction June 5-12, 2024

    There will be possible DAYTIME or NIGHTTIME lane closures at various locations in Region 4 to make repairs or new installs on an as needed basis at various locations throughout the 21 counties. District 47 DYER COUNTY SR-20: The repair of bridge on US 412 …

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  • Published on May 31, 2024 - 14:46 GMT

    Traffic Impacts to State Route 60 in Bradley County

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling on SR 60 in Bradley County should be aware of upcoming nearby road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic. A portion of Freewill Road will be closed for the month of June from the intersection of …

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  • Published on May 31, 2024 - 04:49 GMT

    West Tennessee Construction May 29- June 5, 2024

    There will be possible DAYTIME or NIGHTTIME lane closures at various locations in Region 4 to make repairs or new installs on an as needed basis at various locations throughout the 21 counties. District 47 DYER COUNTY SR-20: The repair of bridge on US 412 …

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  • Published on May 31, 2024 - 04:49 GMT

    ROADWAY ACTIVITY REPORT - REGION 2

    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 …

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  • Published on May 31, 2024 - 04:49 GMT

    TDOT Partners with Airport Authority in Efforts to Accelerate the I-40/SR 255 Interchange

    Nashville, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is working with the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) and Superior Construction to expedite the completion of the I-40 / SR 255 (Donelson Pike) Interchange. The potential …

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  • Published on May 31, 2024 - 04:48 GMT

    Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for May 30-June 5, 2024

    BLOUNT COUNTY, US 129/ SR 115 between Tabcat Creek (LM 0) and North Carolina State Line (LM 11.1): Motorists should be alert for possible lane closures between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. through this resurfacing project.  Motorists should be alert for …

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  • Published on May 29, 2024 - 13:45 GMT

    Bridge Work Prompts Weekend Closures on SR 153 in Hamilton County

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling on SR 153 in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic. Tennessee Valley Authority contract crews will begin weekend closures of the SR 153 bridge …

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  • Published on May 28, 2024 - 15:45 GMT

    Resurfacing Prompts Lane Closures on Interstate 24 in Marion County

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling on I-24 in Marion County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic. Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will perform resurfacing activities on I-24 …

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  • Published on May 28, 2024 - 14:24 GMT

    TDOT Receives 3 National Awards for Beautification Efforts

    Nashville, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has received three prestigious national awards for its statewide beautification efforts. These efforts include programs for preventing litter, clearing illegally dumped waste tires, and …

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  • Published on May 24, 2024 - 03:55 GMT

    Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for May 23-29, 2024

    BLOUNT COUNTY, US 129/ SR 115 between Tabcat Creek (LM 0) and North Carolina State Line (LM 11.1): Motorists should be alert for possible lane closures between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. through this resurfacing project.  Motorists should be alert for …

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  • Published on May 21, 2024 - 14:25 GMT

    Summer Means Road Trips and Increased Bear Activity

    Nashville, Tenn. - In advance of summer travel and to help preserve Tennessee's natural beauty and protect both wildlife and visitors along the state’s scenic byways, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the Tennessee Wildlife …

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  • Published on May 17, 2024 - 22:12 GMT

    Middle Tennessee Scheduled Lane Closures May 16-22, 2024

    DAVIDSON / RUTHERFORD COUNTY I-24 Survey- Median Jersey barrier catch basins • (MM 66-52) Nightly, 8 p.m. – 5 a.m., excluding weekends, There will be inside lane closures on I-24 EB and WB for survey work to the I-40 interchange. Traffic control will be …

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  • Published on May 16, 2024 - 22:51 GMT

    Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for May 16-22, 2024

    ANDERSON COUNTY, I-75 North and South Bridge over Clinch River near Mile Marker 126: I-75 North and South is reduced to one lane near Mile Marker 126 as crews perform bridge repairs.  These lane reductions will be in place around the clock and estimated to …

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  • Published on May 13, 2024 - 13:42 GMT

    Flooding and Storm Debris Prompt Road Closures Throughout the Region

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers should be aware of road closures due to flooding, downed trees, and other storm debris from last night’s severe weather that will have an impact on traffic. Tennessee Department of Transportation maintenance crews worked …

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  • Published on May 13, 2024 - 13:42 GMT

    Minor Slide Prompts Lane Closure on SR 141 in DeKalb County

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling in DeKalb County should be aware of lane closures that will have an impact on traffic. Tennessee Department of Transportation maintenance crews have reduced SR 141 near log mile 1 to one lane controlled by flaggers …

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  • Published on May 13, 2024 - 13:42 GMT

    Roadway Activity Report for the Lower East and Upper Cumberland (May 9 - 15, 2024)

    BRADLEY COUNTY I-75 at Paul Huff Parkway Interchange modifications: During this reporting period, the contractor will begin concrete paving on the I-75 NB off ramp at Paul Huff Parkway. This work will take place behind temporary portable barrier rail. Left …

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  • Published on May 13, 2024 - 13:42 GMT

    Slide Prompts Closure of SR 141 in DeKalb County

    CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Drivers traveling in DeKalb County and Smith County should be aware of lane closures that will have an impact on traffic. Out of an abundance of caution, Tennessee Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close SR 141 near …

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  • Published on May 10, 2024 - 13:38 GMT

    West TN Lane Closures May 8-15, 2024

    There will be possible DAYTIME or NIGHTTIME lane closures at various locations in Region 4 to make repairs or new installs on an as needed basis at various locations throughout the 21 counties. District 47 DYER COUNTY SR-20: The repair of bridge on US 412 …

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 18:55 GMT

    Weekly East Tennessee Construction Report for May 9-15, 2024

    ANDERSON COUNTY, I-75 North and South Bridge over Clinch River near Mile Marker 126: Beginning 6 p.m. Sunday, May 12, 2024, I-75 North and South will be reduced to one lane near Mile Marker 126 as crews perform bridge repairs.  These lane reductions will …

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

    Roads Closed Due to Flooding, Storm Debris

    Thursday, May 09, 2024 | 09:06am The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has closed several state routes due to flooding and downed trees after severe storms passed through the region overnight. TDOT and contracted maintenance crews worked …

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