Bridge Inspection Operations to Close Lanes on I-24

Nashville, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct lane closures on Interstate 24 in Davidson County.

On Saturday, October 18, from 6 a.m. until 2 p.m., crews will close the following:

·         The right westbound lane of I-24 Exit 53 to I-440 West/Memphis

·         Alternating lanes on I-24 eastbound and westbound from mile marker 53 – 54

On Sunday, October 19, from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m., crews will conduct alternating lane closures on I-24 eastbound and westbound. These closures are necessary for routine bridge inspection, which will take approximately one hour.

All work is weather-dependent. As always, drivers are reminded to allow additional time, slow down, and move over when traveling through a work zone. The Move Over Law was passed in 2006. The penalty for violating the law in Tennessee includes the possibility of up to 30 days in jail and a maximum fine of $500.

Motorists can report potholes to TDOT by calling the TDOTFIX Hotline at 833-TDOTFIX or using this online form: TDOT Maintenance Request. The TDOT SmartWay Map (https://smartway.tn.gov) provides the latest traffic updates on construction activity. Travelers can also call 511 for travel information.