UPPER CUMBERLAND – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has significant highway construction going on throughout the Upper Cumberland region that will drastically impact travelers.
The following are the traffic advisories for interstate construction throughout the Upper Cumberland for Sept. 19-25, listed by county and an estimated completion date.
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 the 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 entering/exiting the roadway. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 near MM 296 Bridge repair on Rocky Point Road over I-40: The 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 on I-40 are anticipated 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.
PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 WB Resurfacing and bridge repair from Falling Water River to the ramp from US-70N (SR-24): The contractor is expected to begin work on punch list items soon. This will result in nightly lane closures heading west bound. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage when traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
The following are the traffic advisories for state roads across the Upper Cumberland for Sept. 19-25, listed by county with the road, extent of work and an estimated completion date.
CANNON, MARION, AND WARREN COUNTY SR-96 Resurfacing from the Rutherford County line to the Wilson County line, SR-150 resurfacing from north of Sequatchie Mountain Road to the Grundy County line, SR-156 resurfacing from east of River Landing to east of Nickajack Landing Road, and SR-287 resurfacing from SR-379 to south of Shelbyville Road:Resurfacing operations on SR-287 Warren County, SR-150 Marion County, and SR-96 Cannon County sections are completed. Resurfacing operations have begun on SR-156 in Marion County. 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.
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 currently performing paving operations. During this work, the contractor will have one lane closed in each direction and will utilize flaggers to facilitate traffic. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone and obey the posted speed limit. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
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 are encouraged to exercise caution as they travel through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Resurfacing from east of Pomona Road to west of SR-24 (US-70N) and on SR-28 (US-127) from south of Sawmill Road to north of SR-392 and on SR-392 from north of Old Mail Road to SR-28 (US-127): Paving is complete on SR-1 (US-70S), SR-392 (Miller Avenue), and SR-28 (US-127). A new traffic pattern is in place on SR-28 (US-127) – the center turn lane has been extended from Brookhaven subdivision south to Three Mile Creek. Remaining work includes the installation of permanent pavement markings, rumble stripes, shoulder stone, and permanent signs. Motorists should expect temporary lane closures and should be alert for construction personnel/equipment working on the roadway. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
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 may be needed to support paving and other activities. Dartmoor Road will be closed between Peavine Road and Wiltshire Heights to install a storm drain. Detour signs are in place and the duration of the closure is expected to last roughly 2 weeks. 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.
DEKALB COUNTY SR-146 Resurfacing from the Cannon County line to north of Game Ridge Road: The contractor will be installing pavement markings on DeKalb SR-146. Motorists should expect temporary lane closures and flagging operations. Motorists are advised to use caution and be alert to all construction signage when traveling through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
DEKALB COUNTY TDOT Contractor on SR-96 (DALE RIDGE RD.) USACE Dam restoration project in both directions from LM 12.5 to LM 13.5:One lane is closed and traffic is controlled by a temporary signal due to the USACE dam restoration work. Motorists should exercise caution as they travel through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
DEKALB AND WARREN COUNTY SR-56 Construction of bridges and paving from south of Warren-Dekalb County line to East Bryant St: During construction, motorists are encouraged to use caution and watch for construction equipment and personnel in the roadway. Estimated project completion date is May 2022.
FENTRESS COUNTY Rotten Fork Road over Rotten Fork of the Wolf River Bridge Replacement: The contractor is currently working on the new bridge at Rotten Fork Road at LM 0.135. Rotten Fork Road remains open to traffic while the 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.
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 has completed paving operations and is scheduled to be on site intermittently to perform work on punch list items. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
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 the new bridge is constructed and in place. Approximate date for the length of closure is 11/30/19. Motorists should seek alternate route around Vines Ridge Road near the location of construction. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
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 will be opened to one lane of traffic in Fentress County between LM 3.50 to 8.00. The contractor is continuing work on this contract in the two areas listed above. The contractor has installed temporary traffic signals to allow traffic to flow through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and seek alternate routes. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 10′ should seek alternate route. Estimated project completion date is January 2020.
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 begin 08/19/19 through 10/23/19 between 9AM and 3PM.
MACON COUNTY, Safety Improvements on SR 52 from SR 141 to Old Highway 52, Daily, 6AM-6PM: There will be alternating lanes closures on SR 52 in both directions for paving and pavement marking activities. One lane will remain open.
OVERTON COUNTY Utility Work on SR-84 (STATE HWY. 84) in both directions from LM 0.1 to LM 0.7:Utility work will occur along US-84 from 0.1 before the Putnam County line to 0.7 on US-84. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists are encouraged to use caution. Work will begin 09/16/19 through 09/20/19 between 9 AM to 3 PM.
OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 Miscellaneous safety improvements at the intersections of SR-293: The contractor 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 scheduled for 10/31/19. In addition to the lane closure, the speed limit through the work zone has been reduced 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. RESTRICTIONS: Loads wider than 14′ should seek alternate route. Estimated project completion date is October 2019.
OVERTON COUNTY SR-294 Bridge repair over Big Eagle Creek: The contractor is scheduled to place portable barrier rail during this reporting period. During this operation, flaggers will be used to assist with traffic control. Once the rail is set, a lane closure will be in effect through 06/15/20. Motorists are encouraged to use caution through the work zone and should be prepared to stop at the signal. RESTRICTIONS: No loads wider than 10 feet. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
OVERTON COUNTY SR-111 Resurfacing from south of Twin Oaks Road to north of Big Springs Road and on SR-294 from SR-111 to Oakley-Allons Road: The contractor is currently performing milling operations on SR-111 from LM 16 to LM 20.1. During this operation, the contractor will utilize flaggers and have the roadway reduced to one lane of traffic. The contractor is also performing paving operations on SR-294 from LM 0.6 to LM 6.8. The contractor will have one lane closed on this route and flaggers will be used to control the flow of traffic through the work zone. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and obey the posted speed limit. Estimated project completion date is November 2019.
PUTNAM COUNTY Utility Work on SR-24 (NASHVILLE HWY.) in both directions from LM 8.64 to LM 10.03: Mobile lane closures for utility work will occur on Nashville Hwy between Maddux Ridge Road and 1st Avenue North. Signage and flaggers will be present during this work. Motorists should use caution. Work will begin 09/12/19 through 09/20/19 between 9 AM and 3 PM
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 take place 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 begin 08/15/19 through 10/14/19 between 8 AM and 3 PM.
PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 Resurfacing from US-70N (SR-24) to north of Whiteaker Springs Road: 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 PM and 6 AM. Motorists should use caution and be prepared for slowed traffic when traveling through the workzone. Estimated project completion date is June 2020.
PUTNAM AND WHITE COUNTY SR-24 Resurfacing in Putnam County from Mill Creek Road to Bee Rock Road and on SR-84 in White County from south of East College Street to the Putnam County line:The contractor is expected to begin work on punch list items soon. This will result in 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 September 2019.
SMITH COUNTY, Resurfacing S.R. 96 from the Putnam County Line to the Putnam County Line, Daily, 9AM-3:30PM: There will be temporary lane closures on SR 96 in both directions for paving activities. One lane will remain open.
SMITH COUNTY, Resurfacing on SR 53 from SR 141/SR 264 to US 70N (SR 24),Daily, 9AM-3:30PM: There will be temporary lane closures on SR 53 in both directions for paving activities. One lane will remain open.
VANBUREN COUNTY SR-284 Resurfacing from Park Road to SR-30: ): 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.
WARREN COUNTY SR-288 Construction of a concrete bulb-tee beam bridge over Collins River, 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 November 2019.
WARREN COUNTY SR-8 over Collins River Bridge Repair: Traffic signals have been removed; the bridge is open to traffic. While the contractor performs final clean up, temporary flaggers may be present for the safety of the workers and the traveling public. Motorists should expect periodic delays and use caution in the work zone. Estimated project completion date is September 2019.
WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70) Repair of the bridge over the Calfkiller River in Sparta: Calfkiller Bridge in Sparta is in the first of the 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. 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.
WHITE COUNTY SR-1 (US-70S) Resurfacing from the Van Buren County line to SR-111: The contractor will be installing pavement markings 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.
