NASHVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – To make travel easier for the Fourth of July, The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes. The suspension will run from 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 8 to provide maximum roadway capacity for holiday travelers.
“It is estimated that 985,000 motorists will travel Tennessee’s interstates and state routes this July 4 holiday,” TDOT Commissioner Clay Bright said. “To help motorists reach their destinations safely and without unnecessary delays, we are suspending lane closures during this holiday travel time.”
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Motorists will still encounter some long term lane closures on construction projects. While lane closure activity will be stopped, workers may be on site in construction zones, and reduced speed limits in work zones will still be in effect. Speeding through work zones where workers are present can lead to a fine of $250 to $500, plus court fees and possible increased insurance premiums.
Get the latest construction activity and live stream SmartWay traffic cameras at TNSmartWay’s website. Travelers can dial 511 for travel information, or follow TDOT on Twitter for statewide travel information.
In 2016, the Tennessee Department of Transportation reported that 3 workers had been struck and killed by passing motorists. Those tragedies bring the total number of TDOT lives lost to 112. To prevent further loss, TDOT has started their “Work With Us” campaign. Learn more about this initiative on TDOT’s website.