NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As summer travel heats up across the state, the Tennessee Department of Transportation's (TDOT) litter prevention campaign, Nobody Trashes Tennessee, reminds residents and visitors to help keep Tennessee clean and scenic by putting litter in its place. Whether exploring a scenic byway or enjoying Tennessee's natural beauty, travelers are encouraged to participate in the Trash Masters Rewards program during their journey.
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Friday, May 23, 2025 | 04:14pm
KNOXVILLE—Less than a year after Hurricane Helene, the rebuilding of East Tennessee roads and bridges is nearly complete. On Friday, May 23, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) reopened the State Route 107/Sgt. Elbert Kinser Bridge in Greene County, one month before the original due date.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 02:31pm
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 08:00am
NASHVILLE – Road Construction will not delay motorists traveling Tennessee's highways this Memorial Day weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes from noon on Friday, May 23, through 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27. This will provide maximum roadway capacity for the record-breaking number of motorists expected to take a road trip in the state this Memorial Day weekend.
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Monday, May 19, 2025 | 03:55pm
Nashville—The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has secured a public-private partnership between the state, Cheatham County, and Ingram Marine Group to develop the Ashland City River Port project. The project will enhance connectivity with more freight transportation options, reducing congestion and spurring economic growth by creating jobs and generating millions in local tax revenue.
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Monday, April 21, 2025 | 10:38am
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is joining states nationwide to ask motorists to Work with Us – move over and slow down for highway workers. TDOT will spread that message statewide during National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 21-25) to improve safety in Tennessee’s interstate and highway construction and maintenance work zones. This year’s theme is “Respect the Zone, So We All Get Home.”
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Thursday, April 17, 2025 | 05:48pm
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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 | 05:42pm
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Monday, April 14, 2025 | 08:52am
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all interstate construction work on Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel.
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Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 12:38pm
A listing of lane closures and road construction activities for 24 East Tennessee counties.