Travelers on State Route 42 might need to map out a new path temporarily due to a stretch of the road being out of commission. The closure just south of Anvil Block Rd is the result of an accident involving an 18-wicker that left bridge components in need of removal. As crews work diligently to clear the scene, the Clayton County Department of Transportation and Development is overseeing the operations and caution is advised for those near the area.
According to the official announcement from Clayton County's website, the damage was severe enough to warrant an immediate roadblock as the department tackles the debris, safety comes first, and drivers are encouraged to seek other routes which could mean a less direct journey but a safer one until the bridge and road can be safely passed.
Local motorists familiar with State Route 42 will need to plan their commutes accordingly, as the exact duration of the closure remains undisclosed; updates, however, will be provided as they come forth. The county has provided numbers for more information about the closure and for the media needing further details on the issue: Clayton County Transportation and Development Department can be reached at 770.477.3674 and the Office of Communications is available at 770.473.3834 for media inquiries.
The temporary inconvenience has set the stage for repair and restoration, the Department is mindful of the disruption this causes to daily travel and logistic schedules and they are working to reestablish a sense of normalcy with as much haste as appropriate safety measures will allow. Motorists are reminded to employ caution in these changed conditions and allow additional travel time, being cognizant that the unexpected can reshape the day's drive, it's best to be prepared for detours and delays that often come with roadwork of this nature.
