The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s bridge inspection and repair division will conduct a series of routine bridge inspections next week requiring temporary lane closures in Rhea and Cumberland Counties.
MONDAY, SEPT. 8
Hwy. 30 bridge over Richland Creek in Rhea County. Hwy. 30 East closed between Second Avenue and Delaware Avenue/Back Valley Road from 9:30 a.m.-noon EDT.
Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic through the work zone.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 9
I-40 bridge over the Obed River in Cumberland County. Routine inspections will be conducted on I-40 in both directions at mile marker 317.
I-40 East: Right travel lane and shoulder closed from 8 a.m.-noon CDT.
I-40 West: Right travel lane and shoulder closed from noon-3:30 p.m. CDT.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10
I-40 bridge over Drowning Creek in Cumberland County. Routine inspections will be conducted on I-40 in both directions at mile marker 315.
I-40 East: Right travel lane and shoulder closed from 8 a.m.-noon CDT.
I-40 West: Right travel lane and shoulder closed from noon-3:30 p.m. CDT.
Drivers should use caution when traveling through these areas during these times and expect delays. This work is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled in case of inclement weather or other unforeseen Motorists are reminded to use TDOT’s motorist information tools to check travel conditions before departure. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on the phone while driving.
For the latest updates, visit the TDOT SmartWay Map or dial 511 for statewide travel information.
Tennessee’s Move Over Law requires drivers to move over for highway workers and emergency vehicles. Violation of this law can result in up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $500.