Residents and commuters in the Buckhead neighborhood should prepare for some inconvenience today, as the Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) has announced a full road closure. The affected stretch is Whitmore Drive NW, where it runs between Montview Drive NW and Havenridge Drive NW, and it's closed off to facilitate the removal of a tree. This operation is scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., according to ATLDOT's latest advisory.
The specifics of this disruption mean that, drivers will need to follow detour routes to navigate the area. For those heading westbound on Whitmore Dr NW, the detour will move you right onto Montview Dr NW, then left onto Woodward Way NW, and left again onto Havenridge Dr NW, to rejoin Whitmore Dr NW. Eastbound traffic will reverse that course: left onto Havenridge Dr NW, a right onto Woodward Way NW, and finally a right onto Montview Drive NW, leading back to their original route on Whitmore Drive NW.
These temporary changes in traffic flow could lead to a slower than usual commute, and drivers are advised to plan ahead to avoid getting caught in possible delays. With school sessions and workday traffic potentially compounding the congestion, extra time and patience will be key for navigating the area.
For any questions or concerns, the public can reach out directly to the Department of Transportation. Contact information is available via email at [email protected] for any additional guidance needed. Notifications about the closure and updates, if any, can be expected to be posted on the department's official traffic advisory page.
