SPECIAL TRAFFIC ALERT: I-40 IN KNOX COUNTY

Thursday, March 15, 2018 | 02:23pm

Motorists traveling on I-40 in Knoxville should be alert for lane closures that will have a significant impact on travel again this weekend.  

Weather permitting, beginning at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2018 through 6 a.m. on Monday, March 19, 2018, I-40 East and West will be reduced to two lanes near Mile Marker 382 (I-40 Bridge over Wesley Road) as crews perform bridge repairs in this area.   

Crews will be working around the clock to complete the next phase of these scheduled repairs. 

Motorists should expect potential long delays, adjust travel times, and seek alternate routes.

Motorists should be alert as workers will be present and there will likely be slowed or stopped conditions.  Motorists should use extreme caution through this area.