Tri-Cities Area Construction Report for September 10 - 16, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009 | 05:56am
Changed Conditions or New Projects:
Sullivan County, I-81 between South of Exit 63 and North of Exit 69 (Resurfacing): The contractor has begun this resurfacing project. This work will cause temporary lane closures at night between 7:00 pm and 6:00 am Sunday through Friday. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Ongoing Projects:
Washington County, SR 400 (Watauga and Unaka Avenues) from SR 91 to Broadway (Resurfacing): Temporary lane closures may be possible as the contractor begins milling operations. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Sullivan County, SR 1 (US llW) between John B. Dennis Hwy. (SR 93) and Brookside Drive (Intersection Modification): The contractor is finishing up this project by working on the fiber optic connections. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Washington County, SR 75 from Shadden Road to Forest Drive (Resurfacing): The contractor is finishing up this project with the installation of permanent pavement markings. Motorists will encounter a temporary reduction in lanes during work hours. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Sullivan/Hawkins Counties, Netherland Inn Road Bridge over North Fork Holston River (Bridge Replacement): The contractor is working on dressing up the project. Motorists may encounter temporary lane closures. Motorists are asked to use caution.
Carter County, SR 67 between SR 159 (US 321) and Johnson County Line (Bridge Repair): The contractor has begun work on this project. The project will require one lane to be closed to traffic throughout the project duration, with a temporary traffic signal to conduct traffic flow. Due to LANE WIDTH restrictions, any vehicle wider than 11 feet will need to find an alternate route to reach their destination. Motorists should expect traffic delays due to the lane closure and allow extra time for travel.
Sullivan County, SR 1 (US 11W) Intersection with SR 394 and Hines Road (Intersection Modification): The Contractor is placing fill material, beginning work on the realignment of Hines Road and work on drainage in the median area of SR 1 (US 11E). Motorists may encounter temporary lane closures on SR 1 and SR 394. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Washington County, SR 91 (Market and Main Streets) from Legion Street to SR 34 (Market Street)(Resurfacing): The Contractor is continuing paving operations on this project. This work will cause a reduction from two lanes to one during work hours. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Washington County, SR 107 from Greene County Line to SR 81 (Resurfacing): The contractor is finishing up paving operations on this project. Motorists will encounter temporary lane closures as work continues. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area.
Washington County, Bob Davis Road and Sid Martin Road (Bridge Replacement): The contractor has closed both Sid Martin Road and Bob Davis Road for the construction of a new bridge on Bob Davis Road. These roads will be closed for the duration of this project which has an estimated completion date of April 30, 2010. Motorists are asked to use caution in this area and to follow the Detour Signs that have been placed.
Carter County, Resurfacing of 2 State Routes: 1) SR 37 form Crook Street to Watauga River Bridge, 2) SR 361 from SR 359 to SR 37 (19E): The contractor will install signs and start resurfacing on the above projects. Motorists should be alert to intermittent lane closures as the contractor works on one or both of the projects.
Carter County, SR 400 (Lynn Avenue) over Watauga River (Bridge Replacement): Intermittent lane closures will be implemented in both lanes throughout the project. Motorists should be aware of construction equipment on and near the highway and workers near the roadway.
Sullivan County, SR 75 between Washington County Line and Herron Drive (Bridge Replacement): The contractor is continuing grading and bridge operations. Motorists are asked to use caution and watch for equipment and workers at or near the roadway.
Johnson County, SR 34, Small Drainage Structure Replacement near Corner Lane: The contractor will be mobilizing equipment on project for replacement of a drainage structure. Utility relocations will precede actual construction. Motorists should be alert for workers and equipment in the roadway area.
Unicoi County, SR 395, Small Drainage Structure Replacement near Honey Wilson Lane: The contractor will be mobilizing equipment on project for replacement of a drainage structure. Utility relocations will precede actual construction. Motorists should be alert for workers and equipment in the roadway area.