Bridge Inspection to Close Lanes on I-40 in Smith County
Nashville, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct lane closures on Interstate 40 in Smith County next week.
Beginning Monday, July 7, through Friday, July 11, crews with Marine Solutions will close lanes daily from daybreak to noon at four twin bridges on I-40 over the Caney River to conduct routine inspections. Crews will work eastbound and move westbound once inspections on eastbound bridges are complete.
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 carries the possibility of up to 30 days in jail and a maximum fine of up to $500.
Motorists can alert TDOT to potholes 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 construction activity traffic updates. Travelers can also call 511 for travel information.