Weekly Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 April 19 - 25, 2018
DISTRICT 27 |
CLAY COUNTY SR-53 bridge repair over the Obey River (LM 8.89): Contractor will be on site this week painting the steel structural members of the bridge. Shoulder closures and lane shifts/closures will be used to allow this work to occur. Motorists are encouraged to obey the posted speed limit and pay attention to construction signs. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 West near MM 326, construction of a truck climbing lane, including grading, drainage, construction of retaining walls and paving: The right shoulder of I-40 will be closed for the duration of the project as grade work activities are in progress constructing the truck lane and outside shoulder. Night time lane closures will be required from 7 PM to 6 AM while the contractor is milling and paving the westbound lanes from MM 327 to MM 325 (Sunday through Thursday). State trooper assistance will be requested. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-101 (Peavine Road) grading, drainage, and paving from Firetower Road to Westchester/Catoosa Boulevard: Traffic control and erosion control measures are installed. Storm drain installation, box culvert construction, utility relocation, and grade work activities are in progress. Temporary lane closures and traffic stoppages may be needed to support grade work activities. Motorists should be alert for construction personnel and equipment along SR-101 Peavine Road. Estimated project completion date is November 2020. |
CUMBERLAND AND PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 resurfacing from Putnam County line to near the parking area, and from west of Exit 300 to the Cumberland County Line.: No work planned for this project during this report period. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
CUMBERLAND, ROANE, and WHITE COUNTY miscellaneous safety improvements on various state routes and local roads: The contractor will be installing permanent signs, guardrail, and other traffic control devices using portable signs and flaggers as needed. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
DEKALB COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-83 (NEW HOME RD.) both directions from LM 0 to LM 7.83: On 04/19/18 through 04/20/18, a pipe washing operation will result in a lane closure on SR-83 in DeKalb Co. Traffic will be controlled by a flagging setup and be concentrated in the Northbound lane. Work will begin at the O MM, near Short Mountain Highway and progress toward the 7.8 MM near the intersection of SR-56. Work will begin at 6:30 AM and end at 3:30 PM. |
DEKALB COUNTY Utility Work on SR-96 (DALE RIDGE RD.) westbound from LM 12.5 to LM 13: Westbound lane closure to take place on Center Hill Dam for lighting construction. Signage will be in place for both lanes with flagger support. Speed limit will be reduced during work zone times, 7 AM - 4PM, with both lanes reopening after 4 PM. Work to begin March 5, 2018 with estimated completion date of April 20, 2018. [UO-2007050704-2018] |
DEKALB COUNTY Utility Work on SR-56 (COOKVILLE HWY.) both directions from LM 7 to LM 15: NB/SB lanes, flaggers present with temporary delays and/or traffic stoppage for installation of fiber optic cable. Motorist should be aware of construction personnel and equipment along the route. Work will occur between 6:30 AM and 5 PM. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-85 (YORK HWY.) both directions from LM 15.3 to LM 24.3: Periodic utility work on shoulder from Hwy 53 junction crossing the Overton County line 0.8 miles for aerial and buried utility installations . Signage with flagger support will be present to slow traffic, but no lanes will be closed. Work will be performed between 7 AM and 5 PM weather permitting. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-135 (DODSON BRANCH HWY.) both directions from LM 9.4 to LM 15.9: Periodic utility work on shoulder at Hwy 53 junction to Northwest of Blackburn Fork Road for aerial installations . Signage with flagger support will be present to slow traffic, but no lanes will be closed. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-262 (GLADDICE HWY.) westbound from LM 5 to LM 9.04: Periodic utility work on shoulder at Hwy 53 junction West to Indian Creek Road for aerial and buried utility installations. Signage with flagger support will be present to slow traffic, but no lanes will be closed. Work performed between 7 AM to 5 PM weather permitting. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-53 (GRANVILLE HWY.) northbound from LM 5.3 to LM 24.3: Periodic utility work on shoulder North of Gainesboro, from Antioch Road to Big Branch Road for buried and aerial fiber installation. Signage with flagger support will be present to slow traffic, but no lanes will be closed. Work will be performed between 7 AM and 5 PM weather permitting. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-56 (JENNINGS CREEK HWY.) northbound from LM 9.6 to LM 19.8: Periodic utility work on shoulder from the SR-56/SR-53 junction to South Fork Road for aerial and buried utility installation. Signage with flagger support will be present to slow traffic, but no lanes will be closed. Work performed between 7 AM and 5 PM weather permitting. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
OVERTON COUNTY SR-52 grading, drainage, signals and paving from near Oakley-Allons Road (LM 6.58) to SR-111 (LM 10.23): J&M is waiting on adequate weather for Rogers Group to complete paving on project. Motorists should use caution and be alert to construction equipment and vehicles within the work zone. The speed limit has been reduced to 45 MPH and is being enforced. Estimated project completion date is July 2018. |
OVERTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-111 (BRADFORD-HICKS DR.) northbound from LM 13.01 to LM 18.95: Workers will be present between 7 AM and 5 PM on the northbound shoulder from Airport Road to Byrdstown Hwy/Byrdstown Hwy from Bradford Hicks Dr. to Monroe School Road for water line installations. All lanes will remain open, please use caution and be aware of personnel and equipment. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
OVERTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-52 (N. CHURCH ST.) both directions from LM 10.5 to LM 10.46: Northbound and southbound lanes between East 4th Street and the intersection of Doak Street. Replacing 8" sewer with 10" sewer. Lane closure, road closure with detour. Northbound closure with barricades and detour signs at West 4th Street to North Spring Street. Southbound closure with barricades and detour signs at West 6th Street to North Spring Street. Work to occur between 8 AM and 3:30 PM. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
PICKETT COUNTY safety improvements on US-127 (SR-28) from SR-295 (LM 3.37) to the KY state line (LM 7.04): Contractor has started work on project and will be on site this week performing miscellaneous safety improvements, including placing guardrail delineation and pavement markings. Motorists are encouraged to obey posted speed limit and be on the lookout for construction crews. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 grading, drainage, construction of two concrete bulb-tee beam bridges, signals and paving at Mine Lick Creek Road (MM 283/LM 15.56) and construction of a State Industrial Access Road (Mine Lick Creek Road) serving Project Victor, including grading, drainage and paving: The bridge at Exit 283 is currently open for Phase 1 traffic, allowing one lane of travel in each direction through the intersection of Hawkins Crawford/Mine Lick Creek Road. Phase 2 of the bridge and Tennessee Ave are currently closed with flexible drums and barricades. Weather permitting, motorist are to expect lane closures on I-40 from 8:00 PM - 5:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday, as a result of texture coating the bridge at Exit 283 in both east and westbound directions. Motorist can also expect temporary lane closures along Academy Rd and Tennessee Ave due to paving operations during daytime hours. Flaggers will be present to assist with traffic control as needed. Motorists are advised to observe the posted speed limits when entering the work zone and to be alert to construction personnel, equipment and vehicles. Estimated project completion date is April 2018. |
PUTNAM COUNTY Old Baxter Road bridge repair over I-40 (LM 2.89): Work on this project continues. The Old Baxter Road Bridge over I-40 remains closed to traffic. The contractor will continue pressure washing and texture coating operations, as well as installing guardrail alongside I-40 Eastbound and the closed portion of Old Baxter Road. Barrier rail is currently installed on the outside shoulders of I-40 eastbound and westbound for construction access. Expect nightly lane closures on I-40 eastbound and/or westbound Sunday night through Thursday night from 9 PM to 5 AM while the contractor works over the roadway. Motorists should use extreme caution and be alert to construction equipment and personnel. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-40 both directions from MM 285 to MM 304: On 04/19/18, Pothole patching on I-40 will result in a lane closure between MM 285 and 304 Westbound. This operation will have multiple short closures along this stretch with queue protection in place. Operations will begin at 6:30 AM and last until 5 PM. |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-136 (HILHAM RD.) both directions from LM 6.8 to LM 12.5: From 04/23/18 to 04/25/18, shoulder and ditch work will result in a lane closure on SR136 in Putnam Co. Traffic will be controlled by a flagging setup. Operations will start at 7 AM and last until 4:30 PM between LM 6.8 and LM 12.5. |
PUTNAM COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-24 (NASHVILLE HWY.) both directions from LM 0 to LM 11: On 04/23/18 through 04/25/18, a pipe washing operation will result in a lane closure on SR-24 in Putnam Co. Traffic will be controlled with a flagging setup. The operation will begin at the 0 LM, near the Smith County Line, and progress to the 11 LM, near the intersection of Byers Road. Work will begin at 6:30 AM and end at 4 PM. |
PUTNAM COUNTY SR-135 resurfacing from south of Jackson Street (LM 9.75) to north of SR-290 (LM 11.64): The contractor is currently working to repair catch basins, ADA ramps, raise and adjust existing utilities, and place concrete collars. The contractor will utilize temporary nighttime lane closures in one or both directions during this time. Once utilities are adjusted, the contractor will begin addressing the permanent pavement markings and remaining detail work. Pavement marking will utilize mobile operations to complete portions of work. Flaggers will be on site to assist with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is April 2018. |
WHITE COUNTY US-70 (SR-26) intersection improvements at SR-111 in Sparta: Work is scheduled to begin on this project this week. The contractor may begin installing construction signs and delivering construction equipment on site. Motorists should be alert, pay attention to all construction signage, and use extreme caution around construction personnel and equipment. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
DISTRICT 28 |
COFFEE COUNTY US-41 (SR-2) resurfacing of Hillsboro Blvd. from east of Hendrixson Drive to the bridge over I-24: Weather permitting the paving of the project will continue. Project work is scheduled for 7 PM until 6 AM Sunday nights thru Friday morning. During the work process the project will require lane closures each night. Motorists should use extreme caution and be alert to construction equipment. Flaggers will be present to assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-127 the construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over the Elk River (LM 6.21), including grading, drainage and paving: Work on this project continues. RESTRICTIONS: bridge will be reduced to one 10.5’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. Estimated project completion date is October 2018. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-476 bridge repair over the Elk River (LM 3.39) and Hurricane Creek (LM 7.40): The project is in progress. RESTRICTIONS: The bridge is reduced to one 9’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. Estimated project completion date is October 2018. |
GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 sliplining of culverts at various locations between mile markers 129 and 134: Chase Reline, Inc. will be working on the sliplining project on I-24 of culverts at various locations between mile markers 129 and 134. This work will be taking place Monday - Friday 7 AM - 5 PM; During this time there will be no outside shoulder. Estimated project completion date is August 2018. |
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-56 bridge repair over Pepper Hollow Branch (LM 31.24): Tying steel and building forms for gravity wall on the North side through Saturday, will pour wall on Monday, then backfill and add drain pipes along the walls, then add steel for parapet wall and slip-forming the parapet wall on Thursday. (Paving was swapped for slip forming on the April Schedule) Estimated project completion date is April 2018. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-24 westbound from MM 136.5 to MM 137.: Crew will be doing shoulder work 04/19/18-04/25/18 from 7 AM-3:30 PM. Roadway will be reduced to 2 lanes. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-108 (STATE HWY. 108) both directions from LM 0.0 to LM 11.0: Crews will be doing shoulder work in both directions causing roadway to be reduced to one lane on 04/19/18-04/25/18 from 7 AM-3:30 PM. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-15 (MAIN ST. W.) both directions from LM 0.0 to LM 1.9: Crews will be repairing bridges in both directions on 04/19/18-04/25/18 from 7 AM- 3:30 PM. Roadway will be reduced to one lane. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-150 (US-64 / 72) both directions from LM 2.0 to LM 13.0: Crews will be doing shoulder work in both directions causing the roadway to be reduced to one lane on 04/19/18-04/25/18 from 7 AM-3:30 PM. |
MARION COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-2 (US-HWY. 41) both directions from LM 21.0 to LM 21.0: Crews will be adding reflectors to the bridges, 04/19/18-04/25/18 from 9 AM-3:30 PM in both directions. There will be no outside shoulders. |
VANBUREN COUNTY SR-111 grading, drainage, and paving from south of Manus Road to south of SR-285 near Double Bridge Road: On Tuesday 04/24/18 or Wednesday 04/25/18 the contractor will be paving the southbound lanes in the construction zone. During this work, the road will be reduced to one lane. This work is weather permitting. Additionally he will be addressing punch list items during this report period, which will not affect traffic. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
WARREN COUNTY SR-288 construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Collins River (LM 4.97), including grading, drainage and paving: The bridge is currently reduced to one 12-ft. lane to allow the contractor to construct the new bridge. While the bridge is down to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal for the safety of the traveling public. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: One lane bridge. Lane width 12 feet. Estimated project completion date is October 2018. |
DISTRICT 29 |
BRADLEY COUNTY SR-308 miscellaneous safety improvements at the intersection of Walker Valley Road (LM 6.62): There will be intermittent lane closures on SR-308 starting at about 9 AM- 3:30 as the contractor works to install new signs at this intersection. The contractor will have flagger signs during this work. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 North Exit 1 interchange reconfiguration project at mile marker 1: Work on this project continues. There is now only one exit ramp that allows drivers to turn both east and west on Ringgold Road at a signalized intersection. Traffic has been shifted onto the newly constructed portion of Camp Jordan Pkwy., and the intersection (I-75 NB off-ramp and SR-8/Camp Jordan Pkwy.) is now controlled by a traffic signal. Estimated project completion date is May 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY US-27 (I-124) widening from I-24/US-27 interchange to north of the Olgiati Bridge over the Tennessee River, including widening the Olgiati Bridge: Work on this project continues. The contractor has closed the 12th Street tie-in ramp to US-27 South. This closure will be in place until 05/18. Traffic from 12th Street will be detoured to Carter Street and then to Westbound MLK where motorists may access the US-27 South on-ramp. Detours are posted. Motorists should exercise caution when traveling through the construction zone and pay close attention to the detour signage posted. The speed limit has been reduced from 45 MPH to 35 MPH between Main Street and 4th Street on US-27 North. The speed limit on US-27 in the rest of the construction zone remains 45 MPH. Motorists should exercise caution when traveling through the construction zone and pay close attention to the signage posted. Weather permitting, the contractor may implement temporary lane/shoulder closures on weeknights between the hours of 7 PM and 6 AM. At least one lane will remain open in each direction on US-27. THP will assist with traffic control on the project as necessary. RESTRICTIONS: I-124 (US-27) Northbound Exit 1C 4th Street Off Ramp. No oversize/over-dimensional loads. Width Limit is 11 feet. Estimated project completion date is January 2020. |
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-58 (HWY. 58) northbound from LM 10.49 to LM 10.49: Approx. 5.8 miles northeast of the intersection with SR 153 TVA will be performing aerial line work. Temporary delays signage with flagger support. 7 AM - 5 PM April 21, 2018. [UO 2007050836-2018] |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-111 resurfacing from SR-29 to Jones Gap Road: Work will be performed from 6:30 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. Signs will be installed on 04/19/2018 and work will begin on 04/23/2018. Estimated project completion date is July 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-320 (East Brainerd Road) grading, drainage, installation of signals, construction of seven retaining walls and paving from east of Graysville Road to east of Bel-Air Road: During this report period, the contractor will have intermittent lane closures between 9AM-2PM. This work may affect either direction of East Brainerd Road or side streets from Graysville Road to Bel-Air Road. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-58 intersection improvement at Champion Road: During this report period, the contractor will have lane closures between 9AM-7PM. This work may affect either direction of SR-58 at the Champion Rd. intersection. No lane closures will be in effect from 5AM to 9AM in the southbound direction and from 3PM to 6PM in the northbound direction. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
HAMILTON COUNTY the tunnel cleaning of the McCallie Tunnel on US-11 (US-64, SR-2), the Stringers Ridge Tunnel on US-127 (SR-8), and the Bachman Tubes on US-41 (US-76, SR-8): The nighttime cleaning operation of McCallie Tunnels, Stringers Ridge Tunnel, and Bachman Tubes occurs between 8PM-6AM. Tunnels will be closed during cleaning, and detours will be marked accordingly as each tunnel is cleaned. This work is scheduled to begin on Wednesday 4/25 at the McCallie tunnels (SR-2) & proceed to the Stringer's Ridge tunnel (SR-8) and on Thursday 4/26 the Bachman Tubes (SR-8) will be cleaned. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
MCMINN COUNTY SR-30, grading, drainage and paving on SR-30 from Jackson Street to east of Knight Road in Athens: Work on this project continues. This project will upgrade SR-30 from a four-lane lane divided roadway to a five-lane urban-type roadway (two lanes in each direction with continuous center turn lane) and include curb, gutter and ADA-compliant sidewalks on both sides throughout the project area. The contractor has implemented the first phase traffic shift. The eastbound lanes are closed to traffic, and all traffic is using the existing westbound lanes, which have been marked and signed as a two-lane undivided highway from east of Jackson Street to east of Knight Road. Crossovers to businesses are reduced, but all businesses remain accessible. Estimated project completion date is October 2019 Estimated project completion date is October 2019. |
MCMINN COUNTY Utility Work on SR-39 (TELLICO ST.) eastbound from LM 14.55 to LM 9.46: Eastbound lane from intersection of SR-33 and SR-39 to the intersection of SR-39 and County Road 461. Installing fiber on existing facilities. Flaggers present and flagger signage will be used for lane closure operations. Lane closure between 9 AM and 3 PM. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
POLK COUNTY US-64 (SR-40) construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Branch and TOHA Old Line railroad (LM 24.85), including grading, drainage and paving: There will be intermittent lane closures as the contractor works to cut the embankment for the retaining wall. Pinecrest Road intersection has been closed. There are posted detour signs for residents to get to their homes on Pinecrest Road. This road will be closed during the duration of the construction of the Retaining Wall on US64. On Friday April 20 and Monday April 23, there will temporary lane closures on the project as the contractor will stop traffic in both directions for about 10-15 minutes as they set beams on the new bridge. This will start at about 8 AM in the morning and end at about 4 PM that afternoon. One lane will be closed during the day as the trucks will park on the existing bridge and then the road will be closed completely in both directions as the contractor set the beams. Estimated project completion date is May 2019. |
POLK COUNTY US-64 (SR-40) resurfacing from west of the Ocoee River Recreation Area, Caney Creek take out (LM 13.00) to LM 17.00.: The contractor will have a lane closed in either the Eastbound or westbound lanes as they start the milling and paving operations on this project. The traveling public is advised to travel with caution during work hours on this project. There could be at least a 10 minute delay in traffic as traffic is stopped for the lane closures by the contractor. Estimated project completion date is July 2018. |
REGION WIDE |
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance drainage work: There will be possible short-term lane and shoulder closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to clean rock and debris from ditches on an as-needed basis. One lane will be maintained at all times. |
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance mowing and brush removal: There will be possible short-term lane and shoulder closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to perform contract mowing and brush removal on an as-needed basis. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control. |
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance pothole repair and pavement patching: There will be possible short-term emergency lane closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to repair potholes and patch pavement on an as-needed basis. Depending on location and severity these repairs may be done during the day or at night. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control. |
REGION 2 on-call cable barrier repair on various interstate and state routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder closures in order to perform cable rail repair. Both travel lanes will remain open to traffic at all times on the Interstate during any work that is performed. Estimated project completion date is December 2018. |
REGION 2 on-call guardrail repair on various interstate and state routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform guardrail repair. These closures will take place on the interstate nightly from 7PM to 6AM Sundays through Thursdays and daily on State Routes. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times on the Interstate, and flaggers will be present on State Routes during any work that is performed. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
REGION 2 preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform preventative or unscheduled maintenance to the local SmartWay I.T.S. system. Work hours are 9AM to 3:30PM. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is October 2019. |
REGION 2 sweeping and drain cleaning on various interstate and state routes: There will be mobile lane closures supporting a sweeping operation along regional interstates and highways. This activity happens Sunday - Thursday (8PM - 6AM) thru this reporting period. Additionally, drain cleaning operations will be proceeding on area routes as follows: Thursday 4/19/18, I-75 NB MM 2–8; Sunday 4/22/18 thru Wednesday 4/25/18,I-75 NB MM 6-14. This drain cleaning will be a continuous operation through the next few months until regional interstate and selected state routes are complete. Estimated project completion date is February 2019 Estimated project completion date is February 2019. |
REGION 2 on-call concrete pavement repair on various interstates and state routes: Beech Grove Exit 97 off of I-24, Exit 320 off of I-40, Harrison Lane off of SR-29, Hwy 70 exit off of SR-111 in Sparta, SR-292 exit off of SR-111 in Sparta. Contractor will be working at these locations striping the ramps over the next week. RESTRICTIONS: Ramps will be narrowed, however will remain open while working. Estimated project completion date is April 2018. |
REGION 2 random on-call spray thermoplastic pavement marking on various interstate and state routes: Call-out work will continue on this project. The contractor will begin replacing pavement markings on I-24 and SR-319 in Hamilton County, US-72 (SR-27) in Marion County, and US-27 (SR-29) in Rhea County. This work will result in rolling lane closures and brief stoppages in traffic. Motorists should be aware of all construction equipment and personnel and be attentive to all construction signs. Estimated project completion date is June 2018. |
RESTRICTIONS |
FRANKLIN COUNTY - CNR044: bridge will be reduced to one 10.5’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. |
FRANKLIN COUNTY - CNQ930: The bridge is reduced to one 9’ lane and controlled with a temporary traffic signal until further notice. |
WARREN COUNTY - CNQ270: One lane bridge. Lane width 12 feet. |
HAMILTON COUNTY - CNP230: I-124 (US-27) Northbound Exit 1C 4th Street Off Ramp. No oversize/over-dimensional loads. Width Limit is 11 feet. |
REGION 2 - CNQ380: Ramps will be narrowed, however will remain open while working. |
Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey reduced speed limits in all TDOT work zones, regardless of lane closure activity. Information in this report is provided to the Department of Transportation by the contractors. Most work is weather dependent and subject to change due to inclement weather. All times are local. 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 land-line or cellular phone for travel information, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/TN511 for statewide travel or Chattanooga area alerts @Chattanooga511 or any of TDOT's other Twitter pages. As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and Know Before You Go! by checking travel conditions before leaving for your destination. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel. In 2016, the Tennessee Department of Transportation lost three workers in the line of duty. All three were struck by passing motorists. Those tragedies bring the total number of TDOT lives lost to 112. We don't want to lose another member of our TDOT family. We're asking you to WORK WITH US. To learn more, go to the website at https://www.tn.gov/tdot/work-with-us/.
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