Wattendorf Memorial Highway: Bridge over Interstate 24
Coffee County
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) plans to replace the Wattendorf Memorial Highway bridge over Interstate 24 at Exit 117 in Coffee County. The project, which will replace the existing bridge with a new, two-lane bridge with shoulders on each side, was initially identified as part of the IMPROVE Act. As part of the project, TDOT plans to make improvements to the existing ramps at Exit 117.
Current Status: Under construction.
Construction start: Spring 2025
Estimated completion*: Spring 2027
Funding Type: This project is funded in part through the Transportation Modernization Fund.

Public Involvement and Engagement
This website will be one of the principal means of public involvement and feedback. Public questions, comments, or concerns about this project can be submitted to: TDOT.Comments@tn.gov.
Construction Begins on Wattendorf Memorial Highway Bridge Replacement
Project Contacts
Rae Anne Bradley
TDOT Region 2 Regional Communications Officer (media)
Phone: (423) 510-1164
Email: Rae-Anne.Bradley@tn.gov
Rob Howard
TDOT Region 2 Project Management Phone: (423) 510-1112
Email: Rob.Howard@tn.gov
*Subject to change