11th Street Bridge Over Railroad Now Weight-Restricted

  • Wednesday, June 12, 2024
After the most recent Tennessee Department of Transportation inspection, the bridge carrying E 11th Street over Norfolk Southern's right-of-way between Peeples Street and Magnolia Street is now weight-restricted.

A maximum weight of 34 tons per vehicle, van, or tractor-trailer will be allowed over the bridge effective immediately. New warning signs alerting traffic of the restriction will be in place within seven days.

Any vehicles with a gross weight of 34 tons or greater will need to detour via E 10th Street.

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