Weekly Road Construction Report

  • Thursday, May 30, 2024

Here is the weekly road construction report for District 29:

BRADLEY COUNTY I-75 at Paul Huff Parkway Interchange modifications: During this reporting period, the contractor will shift traffic on the I-75 NB off ramp at Paul Huff Parkway from the right side of the ramp to the left side of the ramp. Right Shoulder of Northbound entrance ramp to I-75 will have workers relocating utilities. Intermittent lane closures on Paul Huff Parkway for construction of Northbound entrance ramp to I-75. Motorists are advised to reduce speed and use caution in the work zone.
[Summers-Taylor, Inc./Cleveland/CNX362]

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-60 widening from the 4-lane north of I-75 (LM 17.2) to SR-306 (LM19.9):During this reporting period, the contractor will continue grading work and install new storm drainage. Beginning 06/03/24 Freewill Road will be closed at the intersection of SR-60 for grading operations. Freewill Road is expected to be closed for 4 weeks. Intermittent flagging operations will take place throughout the project during grading operations. The speed limit in the work zone has been reduced to 35 mph. Motorists are advised to use caution in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control.
[Summers-Taylor, Inc./Cleveland/CNV130]

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-312 (HARRISON PK.) Utility Work both directions from LM 7.67 to LM 7.55:Flagging operations on SR-312 (Harrison Pike) between Westside Road NW and Blythewood Road SW. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 05/16/24 through 06/07/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2024-164]

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-40 (US-64) resurfacing from SR-2 (US-11, US-64, LM 0.0) to near McKamy Street (LM 1.2):The contractor is closing SR-40 Westbound right lane from Bates Street to Edwards Street for the construction of a concrete island. This temporary closure will remain in place until the resurfacing is completed on SR-40 and permanent marking is in place for the new alignment.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Cleveland/CNX132]

BRADLEY, HAMILTON, MEIGS, RHEA, AND POLK COUNTY Curb ramp upgrades in District 29:During this reporting period, the contractor will be installing permanent signs in Bradley County SR-40 LM 1.05-4.96, SR-74 LM 13.87-15.46, Hamilton County SR-2 LM 0.00-3.75, SR-29 LM 25.72-28.32, SR-58 LM 4.57-6.45 and Polk County SR-68 LM 17.52-21.88. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control.
[Southern Constructors, Inc./Cleveland/CNX361]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 Utility Work both directions at MM 181:NIGHTTIME (8 pm - 5:30 am) and DAYTIME (8 am - 5:30 pm) shoulder and lane closure on 4th Avenue at the on and off ramps to 1-24. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/23/24 through 06/30/24. [2023-192/197]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-24 concrete repair from east of the I-124 (US-27) ramps (MM 179.0) to east of Long Street (MM 178.8):During this reporting period from 9 PM-6 AM, there will be nightly lane closures on I24 and the I24 WB off ramp to US27 NB. During these closures, there is the possibility that ramps might be temporarily closed. During the weekdays from 9 PM-6 AM, there will be 1 lane closed on I24 EB and WB. Also, during this time, US27 SB Traffic onto I24 EB ramp traffic will be detoured onto the Broad St. ramp. The traffic will use the new Frontage Road and get back onto I24 EB at the Market St. on-ramp to I24 EB. Traffic should expect possible long delays during this time and to find alternate routes around this area.
[Summers-Taylor, Inc./Chattanooga West/CNX186]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at I-24 Interchange Reconstruction Phase 2:Nightly lane closures will occur on this project, 9 PM to 6 AM, on I-75 North and South between Exit 1 (East Ridge) and Exit 3A (East Brainerd Road/ SR-320) and on I-24 East and West from Germantown Road to Spring Creek Road, MM182 to MM185, for various construction activities. Uniformed police officers will be present in these work zones to assist with traffic management and to enforce traffic laws. It may also be necessary to do short duration (15 to 30 minutes) rolling roadblocks during the day for patching potholes, clearing debris or to repair guardrail, attenuators, etc. The left lane on North and South Terrace between Belvoir Avenue and Spring Creek Road will be closed for installation of drainage structures, retaining and noise wall construction. Intermittent daytime non-rush hour lane closures may also be necessary throughout the period on South Terrace and North Terrace to work on utilities, street lighting, and various other construction items. All work is weather permitting. Moore Road and McBrien Road bridges over I 24 are closed as well as the entrance and exit ramps to I-24 between Belvoir Avenue and Moore Road. A continuous flow detour using Belvoir Avenue and Spring Creek Road is in place for local traffic. The closures and detour will be in place for approximately 6 months. RESTRICTIONS: Moore Road and McBrien Road over I-24 closed. I-24 Ramps between Belvoir and Moore Road closed.RESTRICTIONS: Moore Road and McBrien Road over I-24 closed. I-24 Ramps between Belvoir and Moore Road closed.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Maj Prj - Blevins/DB2101]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-17 (S. WILLOW ST.) Utility Work northbound at LM 2.8:Shoulder and lane closures on SR-17 (S. Willow Street) between Bennett Avenue and E. 12th Street. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 05/30/24 through 05/31/24 from 9 am to 3 pm. [2024-354]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (E. 23RD ST.) Utility Work both directions from LM 9.69 to LM 9.94:NIGHTTIME (8 pm - 5:30 am) shoulder and lane closure on SR-2 (E. 23rd Street) between 4th Avenue and Dodds Avenue. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 01/23/24 through 06/30/24. [2023-192/197]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (LEE HWY.) Utility Work westbound at LM 15.9:Shoulder and lane closures on SR-2 (Lee Hwy) between Jim Snow Way/Provence Street and Chickamauga Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 06/03/24 through 06/05/24 from 9 am to 2 pm. [2024-348]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 (MCCALLIE AVE.) TDOT Maintenance both directions from LM 11.63 to LM 11.83:McCallie Tunnels will be closed for sidewalk railing repair from 9pm 05/29/24 to 6am 05/30/24. Detours will be provided.

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-312 (BIRCHWOOD PK.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.64 to LM 1.2:Shoulder and lane closures on SR-312 (Birchwood Pike) between SR-60 and Sam Smith Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 05/28/24 from 9 am - 12 pm, with a rain date of 05/30/24. [2024-333]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-317 (BONNY OAKS DR.) Utility Work both directions from LM 1.168 to LM 1.109:Shoulder and lane closures on SR-317 (Bonny Oaks Drive) between Pilot Point and Powers Court. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 05/30/24 through 06/03/24 from 9 am to 2 pm. [2024-351]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-60 (STATE HWY. 60) Utility Work eastbound from LM 24.93 to LM 24.13:Shoulder closure on SR-60 between Ooltewah Georgetown Rd/Old State Hwy 58 and 7820 Georgetown Rd NW (C.A.R.E. Automotive). Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 06/04/24 through 06/06/24 from 9 am to 12 pm. [2024-336]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-8 (CHEROKEE BLVD.) TDOT Maintenance northbound from LM 11.14 to LM 11.21:Stringers Ridge Tunnel will be closed for sidewalk railing repair from 9pm 05/30/24 to 6am 05/31/24. Detours will be in place.

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-8 (RIDGEWAY AVE.) Utility Work both directions from LM 17.73 to LM 17.86:Intermittent stoppages as well as shoulder and lane closures on SR-8 (Ridgeway Avenue) between Key Street and Barrington Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, flaggers, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 05/28/24 from 9 am to 2 pm, with a rain date of 05/29/24. [2024-332]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-124 (US-27) from I-24 Interchange to South of the Tennessee River Bridge:During this reporting period, daily lane closures are possible between 9 AM and 3:30 PM as the contractor begins this work. Lane closures can be on West 4th St., Off Ramp ‘M’ & ‘N’ On Ramps ‘M’& ‘R’. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control.
[Stansell Electric Company, Inc./Chattanooga East/CNY900]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at the Hamilton Place Mall interchange:The SR-153 southbound ramp to I-75 northbound has been reduced to one lane. I-75 northbound has been shifted to the outside reducing to 3 lanes from MM 4.6 to MM 6.0.
[Summers-Taylor, Inc./Chattanooga West/CNX358]

HAMILTON COUNTY Resurfacing on SR-29 (US-27) from south of Old Dayton Pike (LM 25.7) to north of Coulterville Road (LM 28.3):The contractor plans to begin work this reporting period. Temporary lane closures on US-27 from Old Dayton Pike to Coulterville Road are planned Monday through Friday from 9 AM - 3 PM.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga West/CNY098]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-111 construction of two small drainage structures at LM 1.7 and LM 2.4:On SR-111 Northbound and Southbound from LM 1.5-2.00, there will be intermittent temporary lane closures as the contractors finish final cleanup. The motoring public should use caution as the work will remain active until cleanup work is complete.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga West/CNX344]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-29 (US-27) resurfacing from Morrison Springs Road (LM 6.1) to SR-153 (LM 11.6):During this reporting period from 7 PM-6 AM, the contractor will have temporary lane closures on US27 from Morrison Springs Road Exit ramps to past the SR-153 Ramps. During these closures, there will be the possibility of the contractor temporarily closing some of these ramps. Additionally, there are temporary daytime lane closures planned 5/29/2024 to 5/31/2024 from 9 AM - 3 PM. The motoring traffic is advised to drive carefully while this work is ongoing.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga West/CNX238]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-317 (Apison Pike) improvement project from SR-321 (Ooltewah-Ringgold Road) to east of Layton Lane:Lane closures and flagging operations will be required on SR-317, Apison Pike, for utility and grading work. The flagging operations will be performed on 05/30/24, 05/31/24, 06/03/24, 06/04/24 and 06/05/24 from 7 AM to 1 PM and 3 PM to 7 PM. Closures will last about 2 hours per location. The contractor will have intermittent flagging operations during daytime non-peak hours for utility work, delivery of materials and equipment.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Chattanooga East/CNT336]

MCMINN COUNTY SR-2 (CONGRESS PKWY.) Utility Work southbound from LM 13 to LM 14:Shoulder and lane closures on SR-2 (Congress Pkwy) between Velma Road and Layman Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage and barrels/cones will be present, 01/08/24 through 06/05/24 from 7 am to 5 pm. [2023-412]

MCMINN COUNTY SR-39 construction of a bridge over Middle Creek (LM 13.4):During this reporting period, the Northbound and Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane and controlled by traffic signals. County road 567 will be closed to traffic (LOCAL TRAFFIC ONLY) and detoured to SR039. This closure is necessary to perform the bridge replacement. The lane restriction will remain in place until the bridge replacement is completed.
[Whaley Construction, LLC/Chattanooga East/CNX069]

MEIGS COUNTY SR-58 (STATE HWY. 58) Utility Work both directions from LM 27.3 to LM 35.08:Flagging operations on SR-58 between Old Hwy 68 Country Road 500 and Keylon Hollow Road. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present, 06/03/24 through 06/21/24 from 9 am - 2 pm. [2024-039]

MEIGS COUNTY SR-60 (STATE HWY. 60) Utility Work both directions from LM 3.09 to LM 3.24:Shoulder and lane shift on SR-60 over the Tri-County Veterans Bridge at the Rhea/Meigs County Line. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, and barrels/cones will be present, 05/28/24 through 06/27/24 from 8 am - 4 pm. [133847.00]

MEIGS COUNTY SR-68 resurfacing from Rhea County line to McMinn County line:During this reporting period, Daily Lane Closures are possible between 7 AM and 7 PM as the contractor begins this work. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control.
[Rogers Group, Inc./Chattanooga East/CNY011]

MEIGS COUNTY W. Memorial Drive, Bridge over Decatur Branch, LM 0.37 in Decatur:During this reporting period, the bridge over Decatur Branch on W Memorial Dr. will be closed to all traffic starting on Saturday June 1st, 2024, weather permitting. This closure is necessary to perform the Box Bridge Replacement. Detour routes are posted with signs. This closure will remain in place until the Box Bridge Replacement and associated work is completed.RESTRICTIONS: Box bridge on W Memorial Drive over Decatur Branch is closed for replacement.
[Southern Constructors, Inc./Chattanooga East/CNY099]

POLK COUNTY SR-68 construction of bridge over Brush Creek (LM 16.4):During this update period, the contractor will continue grading operation on East side of SR-68. A temporary traffic signal system is active on SR-68 near LM 16.4. The Northbound lane of SR-68 will be closed in the area controlled by the temporary traffic signal system.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc./Cleveland/CNX347]

POLK COUNTY SR-68 repair of the bridge over the Hiwassee River (LM 4.8):During this period the contractor will be performing site clean-up on the bridge on SR-68. Motorists are advised to reduce speed in the work zone and watch for flaggers assisting with traffic control.
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc./Cleveland/CNX040]


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