Lane and Ramp Closures on I-40 near BNA Scheduled

Nashville, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct lane closures on Interstate 40 in Davidson County near Nashville International Airport® (BNA®).

Beginning Monday, August 11 at 8 p.m., crews with MasTec Civil will conduct alternating, triple-lane closures on I-40 in both directions, starting with eastbound lanes. These closures will occur nightly from 8 p.m. until 4 a.m. for two to three weeks. In addition to the I-40 lane closures, crews will close the following:

·            Tuesday (8/12) through Wednesday (8/13), from 12 a.m. – 3 a.m.: I-40 eastbound exit 216A ramp (motorists will be detoured to 216B).

·            Thursday (8/14) and Friday (8/15), from 12 a.m. – 3 a.m.: I-40 eastbound exit 216B ramp (motorists will be detoured to 216A).

This work is necessary to mill and pave the interstate as part of TDOT’s I-40 Interchange at Donelson Pike project. While these closures will occur during off-peak hours, motorists are strongly encouraged to leave early to arrive at their destination on time.

As always, drivers are reminded to slow down, allow for extra time for travel, 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 can be 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.