Overhead Message Sign Replacement Prompts Lane Closures

Nashville, Tenn. – This week, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct overnight lane closures and rolling roadblocks on Interstate 40 in Davidson County.

Beginning Monday, July 7, through Wednesday, July 9, crews with Stansell will close lanes nightly from 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. on I-40 in both directions from near Exit 201 (Charlotte Pike) to near Exit 204 (SR 155, White Bridge Road/Briley Parkway). Double lane closures will occur on I-40 westbound, and a single lane closure will occur on I-40 eastbound. Motorists may also encounter rolling roadblocks throughout the overnight hours. These closures are necessary for crews to replace upright elements on a truss holding a digital message sign that was struck by a truck earlier this year.
 

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.