Bridge Inspection Operations to Close Lanes and Ramps on I-65 and I-440

Friday, February 20, 2026 | 08:14am

Nashville, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will conduct lane closures on Interstate 65 and Interstate 440 in Davidson County.

On Sunday, February 22, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., the following closures will take place for routine bridge inspection:

·         A full closure of the I-440 westbound ramp to I-65 southbound (Exit 5).

·         A full closure of the I-440 eastbound ramp to I-65 northbound (Exit 5).

·         An intermittent full closure of the I-65 southbound ramp to I-440 eastbound (Exit 80) is required to allow workers to shift through the inspection.

·         An intermittent full closure of the I-65 northbound ramp to I-440 westbound (Exit 80) is required to allow workers to shift through the inspection.

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Please follow the posted signage or use a GPS to navigate the detour.

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.