Weekly Roadway Activity Report for TDOT Region 2 (Aug. 22 - 28, 2019)
DISTRICT 27
CLAY AND OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 resurfacing in Overton County from the Putnam County line to north of SR-293 and on SR-52 from west of Poor House Road in Clay County to west of Robbins Lane in Overton County: The contractor is scheduled to be on site installing construction signs beginning the week of 8/26/19. Motorists should use caution as crews will be on site working. No lane closures or traffic interruptions are expected while signs are installed. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNT026]
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 Construction of a truck climbing lane EB near MM 339, including grading, drainage, and paving: Construction signs, guardrail (westbound), and portable barrier rail (eastbound) have been installed. The contractor has begun grade work in the median behind portable barrier rail. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, use caution, and be aware of construction personnel in the work zone and equipment that will be entering/exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Charles Blalock and Sons, Inc./Bradley/CNS298]
CUMBERLAND COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on I-40 westbound from MM 317 to MM 315: TDOT maintenance forces will be paving the westbound fast lane of I-40 on Wednesday, August 28. Lane closure hours will be from 8 AM until 6 PM. Motorists should expect delays. Queue trucks and message boards will be in place to warn motorists of stopped traffic and possible delays.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Emergency slope stabilization near LM 26.6: Construction signs, portable barrier rail, and temporary traffic signals have been installed. SR-1 (US-70) will be reduced to one lane between Godsey Road and Renegade Mountain Parkway while slope stabilization is in process. Motorists should exercise caution as they travel through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Bradley/CNT234]
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Resurfacing from east of Pomona Road (LM 8.89) to west of SR-24 (US-70N) (LM 13) and on SR-28 (US-127) from south of Sawmill Road (LM 8.9) to north of SR-392 (LM 12.74) and on SR-392 from north of Old Mail Road (LM 1.9) to SR-28 (US-127) (LM 2.78): Construction signs have been installed. Paving is complete on SR-1 (US-70S) and SR-392 (Miller Avenue). Remaining work includes the installation of permanent pavement markings, rumble stripes, and shoulder stone. The contractor will paving on SR-28 (US-127) beginning the week of August 26th. Flaggers will be used for temporary lane closures. Motorists can expect delays during the ongoing paving activities and should be alert for construction personnel/equipment working on the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNT088]
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-101 (Peavine Road) Grading, drainage, and paving from Firetower Road to Westchester/Catoosa Boulevard: As grade work progresses, motorists should be alert for shifts in traffic patterns to allow for construction activities. The posted speed limit has been reduced from 45 MPH to 35 MPH within the work zone. Temporary lane closures and traffic stoppages may be needed to support ongoing work. Lane and/or road closures may be needed within Fairfield Glade to allow installation of storm drain and relocation of utilities. Motorists should reduce speeds on Peavine Road and be alert for construction personnel/equipment entering and exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Bradley/CNQ921]
DEKALB COUNTY TDOT Contractor on SR-96 (DALE RIDGE RD.) in both directions from LM 12.8 to LM 13.2: The US Corp of Army Engineers will close one lane daily from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. to install a cross drain. Flaggers will be present during lane closure hours. Motorists should use caution and expect short delays. Project completion date is 08/29/19.
DEKALB COUNTY SR-146 Resurfacing from the Cannon County line (LM 0) to north of Game Ridge Road (LM 5.5): The contractor will be resurfacing the roadway on SR-146 during this period. Motorists should expect temporary lane closures with flagging operations. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Jolley/CNT145]
FENTRESS COUNTY Rotten Fork Road over Rotten Fork of the Wolf River Bridge Replacement: The contractor is currently working on new bridge at Rotten Fork Road at LM 0.135. Rotten Fork Road remains open to traffic while new bridge is being constructed. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for construction equipment adjacent to roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Moore/CNT901]
FENTRESS COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) Resurfacing from south of Davis Road to north of SR-52 and from north of Lacy Road to north of Mustang Lane: The contractor is paving one lane of SR-28 at a time and will have lane closures to support this work. Flaggers will be used to assist with traffic control. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone and watch for construction equipment in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNT028]
FENTRESS COUNTY Vines Ridge Road over Big Laurel Creek Bridge Replacement: Vines Ridge Road remains closed at LM 1.06 and will remain closed until new bridge is constructed and in place. Approximate date for the length of closure is 08/31/19. Motorists should seek an alternate route around Vines Ridge Road near the location of construction. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Moore/CNT901]
FENTRESS AND OVERTON COUNTY SR-85 Emergency slide repairs at various locations: The roadway is closed from LM 18.4 to LM 22.4 in Overton county. SR-85 is also closed in Fentress County between LM 5.75 and 8.00. The contractor is continuing work on this contract in the two areas listed where the roadway is closed. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and seek alternate routes. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Moore/CNT154]
JACKSON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-56 (JENNINGS CREEK HWY.) in both directions from LM 23.57 to LM 24.38: Mobile lane closures for utility work will occur on Jennings Creek Hwy between Hwy 151 and Ward Fork Road. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 08/19/19 through 09/13/19 between 9AM and 3PM.
JACKSON COUNTY SR-53 Resurfacing from the Smith County line (LM 0) to north of New Salem Road (LM 9.02), including repair of the bridge over Flynn's Creek (LM 7.84): The contractor is scheduled to be on site intermittently performing punch list work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT031]
JACKSON AND PUTNAM COUNTY SR-53 Resurfacing in Jackson County from north of SR-135 to the Clay County line and on SR-56 from north of US-70N (SR-24) in Putnam County to north of Old Creek Road in Jackson County: The contractor has completed paving operations and is scheduled to be on site intermittently performing punch list work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Moore/CNT029]
OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 Miscellaneous safety improvements at the intersections of SR-293 (LM 3.1 and LM 3.2): The contractor currently has SR-111 from the LM 2.25 to the 3.75 reduced to one lane in each direction. This lane closure will remain in place until contract completion. In addition to the lane closure, the speed limit through the work zone has been decreased to 55 MPH to increase safety of the motoring public and the contractor's personnel. SR-293 is affected at the intersection of SR-111 with the median crossings being closed for the duration of the project. Motorists are encouraged to obey 55 MPH speed limit and watch for construction operations adjacent to the roadway. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Moore/CNT184]
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 near MM 296 Bridge repair on Rocky Point Road over I-40: Rocky Point Road bridge at LM 9.31 over I-40 is closed due to bridge repairs, and is scheduled to re-open November 2019. A detour is in place to guide motorists around the bridge closure. No lane closures are anticipated on I-40 during this period. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Jolley/CNS355]
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 WB Resurfacing and bridge repair from Falling Water River (MM 291) to the ramp from US-70N (SR-24) (MM 301): The contractor will begin removing construction signs. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is August 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Jolley/CNS328]
PUTNAM COUNTY Utility Work on SR-136 (N. WASHINGTON AVE.) in both directions from LM 4.5 to LM 5.4: Utility work will occur between 4th St. and 6th St. Signage, barrels, and cones will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution and be aware of flaggers. Work should continue through 08/31/2019 between 9AM and 3PM.
PUTNAM COUNTY Utility Work on SR-24 (NASHVILLE HWY.) in both directions from LM 0 to LM 10.15: Utility aerial work will occur along Hwy 70N from the Putnam County line to 1st Ave North. Signage, flaggers, and trucks with warning lights will be present during this work. Motorists need to use caution when traveling through this area. Work will take place from 08/08/2019 through 09/05/2019 between 9AM to 3PM.
PUTNAM COUNTY Utility Work on SR-84 (LIVINGSTON HWY.) in both directions from LM 10.03 to LM 13.37: Mobile lane closures for utility work will occur on Livingston Hwy between Woodcliff Road and Stamp Shady Grove Road. Trucks with warning lights, signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 08/15/19 through 10/14/19 between 8AM and 3PM.
PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 Resurfacing from US-70N (SR-24) (LM 4.15) to north of Whiteaker Springs Road (LM 7): Construction signs will be installed this week and work will be performed on existing sidewalks and concrete curb ramps. This will result in lane closures each night on SR-136 between the hours of 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Motorists should use caution and be prepared for slowed traffic when traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Jolley/CNT920]
WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Bridge repair over the Calfkiller River (LM 9.35) in Sparta: The Calfkiller bridge in Sparta is in the first of three phases of lane closures. These phases will affect between Wilson Street and Church Street. This first phase will restrict the west bound traffic to one lane, while retaining the left turn lane and two lanes of traffic in the east bound direction. This phase is expected to be completed by August 2019. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage while traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Southern Constructors, Inc./Jolley/CNT110]
WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70S) Resurfacing from the Van Buren County line (LM 0) to SR-111 (LM 7.7): The contractor will be resurfacing throughout the project during daytime hours, resulting in temporary lane closures on SR-1 and SR-111. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the workzone and pay attention to all construction signage. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Whitaker Contracting Corporation/Jolley/CNT025]
DISTRICT 28
BLEDSOE COUNTY SR-101 bridge repair over Bee Creek (LM 8.98): Work on this project is underway. For the safety of the traveling public, the bridge will be reduced to one 10 foot lane and controlled with temporary signals. RESTRICTIONS: 10 foot lane. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Jamison Construction, LLC/Voiles/CNS266]
BLEDSOE COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-28 (US-127) northbound at LM 28.8: The northbound truck climbing lane is currently closed at LM 28.8 due to roadway settlement.
[TDOT/Maintenance/MAINT]
BLEDSOE AND SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-8 (US-127) from SR-28 (LM 14.9) to SR-111 then SR-28 (US-127) to south of Old York Hwy North (LM 7.9), SR-8 (US-127) from SR-28 (US-127)(LM 14.9) to SR-111 (LM 17.6), and SR-30 from SR-28 (US-127)(LM 10.3) to near Cherokee Ridge Road (LM 13.3) resurfacing: The contractor has begun work. During construction, motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. The contractor will be working on the sidewalks through the downtown area. Pedestrians are encouraged to use caution when walking in the area and avoid the areas of construction if at all possible. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Voiles/CNT918]
CANNON, MARION, AND WARREN COUNTY SR-96 Resurfacing from the Rutherford County line (LM 0) to the Wilson County line (LM 5), SR-150 (US-41) resurfacing from north of Sequatchie Mountain Road (LM 5.7) to the Grundy County line (LM 13.8), SR-156 resurfacing from east of River Landing (LM 15.5) to east of Nickajack Landing Road (LM 23.1), and SR-287 resurfacing from SR-379 (LM 5.2) to south of Shelbyville Road (LM 10): Resurfacing operations on SR-287 Warren County, SR-150 Marion County, and SR-96 Cannon County sections have been completed. The contractor is moving to SR-150 Marion county to prepare the road way for resurfacing that will begin next week. During construction, the road will be reduced to one lane, flaggers and a pilot car will be used to guide traffic flow through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Whitaker Contracting Corporation/Parnham/CNT030]
FRANKLIN COUNTY Utility Work on SR-156 (JUMPOFF RD.) southbound from LM 0.15 to LM 2.13: Shoulder closures and intermittent lane closures for utility work will occur along SR-156 (Jumpoff Rd). Signage and flaggers will be present. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 08/06/2019 through 09/20/2019 between 9AM and 3PM.
FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-50 Resurfacing from east of SR-121 (LM 6.1) to near Dry Creek Road (LM 10.3): The contractor has completed the paving process. Final operations will take place followed by inspection and punch list items. There will be a flagging operation to control traffic. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNT141]
FRANKLIN AND MARION COUNTY SR-156 resurfacing from SR-15 (US-41A) (LM 0.0) in Franklin County to the Franklin County line (LM 2.9) in Marion County, including intersection improvements at Midway Road in Franklin County: Construction signs will be installed during this report period. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /2821 - Hussein/CNT130]
GRUNDY COUNTY I-24 (MM 127) Repair of the SR-50 bridge over I-24: Work will begin on this project this week with a new traffic pattern. Two 12-foot travel lanes will remain open at all times. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to construction personnel and equipment. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Jamison Construction/Hussein/CNT256]
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-108 in both directions at LM 23.6: The roadway is reduced to one lane, due to roadway settlement, and signalized 24/7 while repairs are being performed.
[TDOT/Maintenance/MAINT]
GRUNDY COUNTY SR-108 Resurfacing from east of Hugh Wooten Road (LM 26) to the Warren County line (LM 31.2): The contractor has completed the paving process. Final operations will take place followed by inspection and punch list items. There will be a flagging operation to control traffic. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Hussein/CNT149]
MARION COUNTY SR-156 over Running Water Creek (LM 25.58) bridge rehabilitation: SR-156 will be reduced to one lane controlled by a traffic signal for the duration of the project. Please use caution when traveling through this area. RESTRICTIONS: 10 foot lane. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, INC/Voiles/CNS905]
MARION COUNTY SR-2 (US-41) Resurfacing from Ladds Cove Road (LM 1.5) to west of Nelson Lane (LM 10.9): When the contractor is present the road will be reduced to one lane controlled by a pilot car. Please use caution when traveling through the area. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC /Voiles/CNT143]
MARION COUNTY SR-2 (US-64, US-72, US-41) Emergency slope stabilization between LM 25.20 and LM 26.40: Work on this project continues. The contractor will maintain one travel lane open to traffic. At this time traffic signals are installed and will remain in place until project is complete. RESTRICTIONS: No wide loads. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Hussein/CNT229]
VANBUREN COUNTY SR-284 Resurfacing from Park Road (LM 1.6) to SR-30 (L.M. 4.7): During construction, the road will be reduced to one lane, flaggers and a pilot car will be used to guide traffic flow through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Parnham/CNT142]
WARREN COUNTY SR-288 Construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Collins River (LM 4.97), including grading, drainage and paving: The bridge is currently reduced to one 10.5-foot lane to allow the contractor to construct the new bridge. While the bridge is down to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: 10.5-foot max width. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Palmertree Construction Company, LLC/Parnham/CNQ270]
WARREN COUNTY SR-8 over Collins River (LM 8.14) Bridge Repair: The bridge is currently reduced to one 11-ft. lane to allow the contractor to repair the existing bridge. While the bridge is down to one lane, traffic will be maintained and controlled by a temporary signal for the safety of the traveling public. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: 11-ft max width. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Jamison Construction/Parnham/CNS254]
DISTRICT 29
BRADLEY COUNTY Utility Work on SR-40 (S. LEE HWY.) in both directions from LM 0.20 to LM 0.21: Temporary lane closures for utility work will occur on S. Lee Hwy between Crest Drive SW and Oak Street SW. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 07/29/2019 through 08/30/2019 between 9AM and 2PM.
BRADLEY COUNTY SR-60 Resurfacing from north of SR-306 (LM 20.4) to the Hamilton County line (LM 25.1): Work on this project is complete pending punchlist items. Intermittent lane closures are possible between 9 AM and 3 PM as the contractor works to remove construction signs. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/CNT083]
BRADLEY, MCMINN, AND MEIGS COUNTY Resurfacing on SR-306 and SR-308 in Bradley County, SR-305 in McMinn County, and SR-306 in Meigs County: Work is complete on this project pending punchlist items. The contractor may have intermittent lane closures Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM to work on punchlist items and remove construction signs. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Hudson Construction Company/Wagner/CNT033]
HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction: Crews may continue surveying at various locations throughout the interchange. Shoulders may be closed at these locations between 9 AM and 3 PM. A hauling operation will continue requiring a single left lane closure on I-75 SB at MM 2 and a single left or right lane closure on I-24 EB at MM 185. Haul trucks will be entering and exiting the interstate at these locations. Additionally, there will be a single right lane closure on I-75 NB at MM 1. These lane closures will occur nightly between 9 PM and 6 AM.
[C.W. Matthews Contracting Company, Inc./Blevins/DB1801]
HAMILTON COUNTY US-27 (I-124) Widening from I-24/US-27 interchange to north of the Olgiati Bridge over the Tennessee River, including widening the Olgiati Bridge: Work on this project continues with activities occurring on the west side of southbound US-27. Motorists should be alert for construction vehicles entering and exiting the area along the access ramps for eastbound and westbound M. L. King Boulevard. The speed limit for the access ramp is 35 MPH. Additionally; the southbound ramp from W. Main St. to southbound US-27 has been temporarily closed and will remain so until further notice. Detours are posted. Motorists should pay close attention to the detour signage posted. The speed limit on US-27 in the construction zone remains 45 MPH. Weather permitting; the contractor may implement temporary lane/shoulder closures on weeknights between the hours of 7PM and 6AM. At least one lane will remain open in each direction on US-27. RESTRICTIONS: I-124 (US-27)Northbound Exit 1C 4th St Off Ramp: No oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27)Southbound Exit 1C 4th St Of Ramp: On oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound Exit 1A-B Martin Luther King Blvd. Off Ramp: No oversized/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound On Ramps from Martin Luther King Blvd.: No oversized/over dimensional loads. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC/Micka/CNP230]
HAMILTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-153 (STATE HWY. 153) in both directions from LM 8 to LM 12.40: Temporary lane closures for utility work will occur on SR-153 between Gadd Road and Cassie Lane. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will take place from 08/22/19 through 09/05/19 between 9 AM and 2 PM.
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-111 Repair of bridge over SR-29 (US-27): During this report period, the contractor will have one lane closed in each direction of SR-111 while performing bridge repairs. The contractor will also be closing one lane in each direction on SR-29 as it passes under SR-111. One lane in each direction will remain open at all times. Tennessee Highway Patrol will be present to assist with traffic control. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT096]
HAMILTON COUNTY cleaning of the McCallie Tunnel on SR-2 (US-64, US-11), the Stringers Ridge Tunnel on SR-8 (US-127), and the Bachman Tubes on SR-8 (US-76, US-41): There will be a flagging operation to support the cleaning of the McCallie Tunnels on Wednesday, 08/21/19 (8 PM to 6 AM). Later that night the Stringer’s Ridge Tunnel will be cleaned under a signed detour traffic control plan. On Thursday, 08/22/19 (8 PM- 6 AM), the Bachman tunnels will be cleaned under a signed detour traffic control plan. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Diamond Specialized, Inc./Micka/CNT196]
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 Resurfacing from north of Shallowford Road (LM 2.6) to north of SR-58 (LM 4.8), including bridge deck repair: Paving and milling operations will continue Sunday through Thursday of this reporting period. All work will take place between 8 PM to 6 AM and could involve double lane closures in either the NB or SB direction. At least one lane will remain open in each direction during the construction activity. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNT087]
HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (US-11, US-64) Resurfacing from east of Shallowford Road (LM 18.6) to Yerbey Drive (LM 20.3): During this report period, the contractor will have lane closures while performing resurfacing operations. Lane closures will be limited to one lane at any given time. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT089]
HAMILTON COUNTY US-127/SR-8 (SIGNAL MOUNTAIN BLVD.) in both directions from LM 15.6 to LM 16.2: US-127, Signal Mountain Blvd. from LM 15.7 to LM 16.2 is be reduced to one lane and controlled by a temporary traffic signal for slope stabilization. The southbound lane will be closed for the maintenance contractor to install a soil nail retaining wall.
[GeoStabilization International, LLC /Osbonlighter/MAINT]
MCMINN COUNTY SR-30, Grading, drainage and paving on SR-30 from Jackson Street to east of Knight Road in Athens: Traffic along SR-30 is in its phase two configuration with all traffic on the former eastbound side, providing one lane in each direction plus turning lanes at critical intersections and businesses. The intersection of SR-39/SR-30 has recently changed to a different configuration. The traveling public should be alert. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Micka/CNR078]
MEIGS COUNTY SR-58 Bridge repair over Hiwassee River (LM 5.22): During this report period, the contractor will have the roadway reduced to one lane controlled by temporary traffic signals. Additional flaggers will be on site as needed. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT103]
POLK COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-30 both in directions at LM 13.5: The road is currently reduced to one lane and controlled with temporary signals due to a roadway settlement.
[Maintenance/MAINT]
POLK COUNTY SR-30 Resurfacing from west of Tellico Reliance Road (LM 8) to near Greasy Creek Road (LM 13.1): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working on resurfacing operations and guardrail replacement. Motorists should expect long delays on SR-30 between LM 8 and LM 13. Motorists are advised to use caution in the work zone due to reduced lane width around paving operations. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Wagner/CNT148]
POLK COUNTY SR-40 (US-64) Repair of bridges over North Potato Creek (LM 26.93): During this reporting period, the contractor will be working on expansion joint repairs on the eastbound bridge and deck repairs on the westbound bridge. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and use caution in the work zone. RESTRICTIONS: No loads wider than 12 ft. are allowed at LM 26.93 eastbound and westbound. Estimated project completion date is April 2020.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC/Wagner/CNT062]
RHEA COUNTY TDOT Maintenance on SR-68 (WASSOM MEMORIAL HIGHWAY) in both directions at LM 5.5: The roadway is reduced to one lane and signalized 24/7 due to roadway settlement.
[TDOT Maintenance/Maintenance/MAINT]
RHEA COUNTY SR-29 (US-27) Resurfacing from north of SR-60 (4.9) to Landes Way (6.5) including bridge repair: There will be nighttime lane closures supporting concrete work along SR-29. Work will take place Sunday through Thursday (7 PM to 6 AM) during this reporting period. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Micka/CNT915]
RHEA COUNTY SR-30 Grading, drainage and paving from west of New Union Road/White Oak Road (LM 12.6) to Sky Drive (LM 12.9): During this report period, the contractor will be performing grading and drainage operations along SR-30 and New Union Rd. During the initial phase traffic will be maintained on SR-30, White Oak Dr. and New Union Rd. in its current pattern. Flaggers will be on-site to assist with heavy equipment entering & exiting existing roadways. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[Twin K Construction/Osbonlighter/CNT073]
REGION WIDE
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance drainage work: There will be possible short-term lane and shoulder closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to clean rock and debris from ditches on an as-needed basis. One lane will be maintained at all times.
[TDOT Operations/Maintenance/R2MAINT]
REGION 2 TDOT Maintenance pothole repair and pavement patching: There will be possible short-term emergency lane closures at various locations in Region 2 in order to repair potholes and patch pavement on an as-needed basis. Depending on location and severity these repairs may be done during the day or at night. In addition to performing the work, regional Operations crews will also provide traffic control.
[TDOT Operations/Maintenance/R2MAINT]
REGION 2 Preventative and unscheduled maintenance of Chattanooga SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform preventative or unscheduled maintenance to the local SmartWay Intelligent Transportation System. Work hours are 9 AM to 3:30 PM. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times. Flaggers will assist with traffic control as needed. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
[NABCO Electric Company, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNQ287]
REGION 2 On-call guardrail repair and new guardrail installation on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder and/or lane closures in order to perform guardrail repair. These closures will take place on the interstate nightly from 7 PM to 6 AM Sundays through Thursdays and daily on state routes. At least one travel lane will remain open to traffic at all times on the interstate, and flaggers will be present on state routes during any work that is performed. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Cumberland Guardrail, Inc./Parnham/CNT114]
REGION 2 The longitudinal joint stabilization on various state routes: During this report period the contractor will have short-term lane closures while applying longitudinal joint stabilizer to various state routes. The contractor will have temporary traffic control measures in place during each closure. Additional flaggers and/or Tennessee Highway Patrol officers may be in place to assist as well. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
[Pavement Restorations, Inc./Osbonlighter/CNT150]
REGION 2 The relensing of snowplowable pavement markers on various Interstate and State Routes: Contractor will begin relensing operations in Jackson and DeKalb Counties during this period. This will result in mobile lane closures on SR-56, SR-146, SR-288, and SR-26 in DeKalb County and on SR-135, SR-56, SR-85, SR-96, SR-53, and SR-262 in Jackson County. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the workzone and pay attention to all construction signage. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
[A & A Safety, Inc./Jolley/CNT046]
REGION 2 On-call cable barrier repair on various interstate and state routes: The contractor may have short term shoulder closures in order to perform cable rail repair. Both travel lanes will remain open to traffic at all times on the interstate during any work that is performed. Estimated project completion date is December 2019.
[R.D. Construction, LLC/Parnham/CNS282]
REGION 2 Sweeping and drain cleaning on various interstate and state routes: There will be sweeping activity (Sunday through Thursday, 8 PM to 6 AM) on regional interstates and selected state routes. This will be supported by a mobile lane closure operation. Estimated project completion date is February 2020.
[Blevins Enterprises, Inc./Micka/CNS320]
REGION 2 On-call concrete pavement repair at various locations on various Interstate and State Routes: During daytime hours, the contractor will be performing concrete pavement repairs on the Signal Mountain Road On-ramp to SR-29 (US-27) NB. They will be repairing half-width of the ramp at a time leaving a minimum of a 10 foot driving lane open to traffic. Estimated project completion date is March 2020.
[Vulcan Materials/Voiles/CNS358]
REGION 2 On-call pavement marking and the retracing of pavement markings with spray thermoplastic on various Interstate and State Routes: The contractor will be retracing existing pavement markings in Cumberland, Bradley, Marion and Hamilton Counties. This will result in mobile lane closures on I-40 in Cumberland County, on I-75 in Bradley County, on I-24 in Marion County, and on I-24 in Hamilton County. Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone and pay attention to all construction signage. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
[Central Seal Company/Jolley/CNT047]
RESTRICTIONS
BLEDSOE COUNTY - CNS266: 10 foot lane
MARION COUNTY - CNS905: 10 foot lane
MARION COUNTY - CNT229: No wide loads
WARREN COUNTY - CNQ270: 10.5-foot max width
WARREN COUNTY - CNS254: 11-ft max width
HAMILTON COUNTY - CNP230: I-124 (US-27)Northbound Exit 1C 4th St Off Ramp: No oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27)Southbound Exit 1C 4th St Of Ramp: On oversize/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound Exit 1A-B Martin Luther King Blvd. Off Ramp: No oversized/over dimensional loads; I-124 (US-27) Southbound On Ramps from Martin Luther King Blvd.: No oversized/over dimensional loads
POLK COUNTY - CNT062: No loads wider than 12 ft. are allowed at LM 26.93 eastbound and westbound
Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey reduced speed limits in all TDOT work zones, regardless of lane closure activity.
Information in this report is provided to the Department of Transportation by the contractors. Most work is weather dependent and subject to change due to inclement weather. All times are local.
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In 2016, the Tennessee Department of Transportation lost three workers in the line of duty. All three were struck by passing motorists. Those tragedies bring the total number of TDOT lives lost to 112. We don't want to lose another member of our TDOT family. We're asking you to WORK WITH US. To learn more, go to the website at https://www.tn.gov/tdot/work-with-us/.