West Tennessee is gearing up for some traffic disruptions as construction projects are set to take place throughout the region from September 4 to 11. Travelers can expect a mix of daytime and nighttime lane closures across 21 counties for a variety of infrastructure improvements, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT).
On Interstate 40 in Benton County, resurfacing efforts from S.R. 69 to the Humphreys County line near the Tennessee River Bridge will toss up some temporary NIGHTTIME lane closures. Motorists should also look out for intermittent ramp closures dotted throughout the project's duration. Over in Carroll County, lane closures on U.S. 79 stemming from grading, drainage, and paving work from near S.R. 77 to near Cutlip Lane will also impact traffic flow.
In Dyer County, repair work on the bridge over the North Fork Forked Deer River along U.S. 412 is set to impede traffic, reducing lanes to one in each direction with a 12’ lane restriction—keep an eye on that 55 MPH speed limit. Meanwhile, SR-211's bridge inspections and I-155's resurfacing from the Mississippi River Bridge to the nearby Rest Area would result in even more closures, as per the official announcement.
Connectivity on the roadways in Gibson and Carroll counties will alter significantly as SR-76 undertakes comprehensive upgrades, including a new concrete box bridge and noise wall construction, prompting temporary lane closures. Those typically traveling via Barker Road near Mt. Olive M.B. Church will need to follow detour signs to navigate the permanent closure at the new SR 76 intersection with the church street.
Further resurfacing projects are underway on SR 22 in Henry and Weakley counties, relying on hot in-place recycling technology to revamp the stretch from the Carroll County Line to SR 217. For locals and passersby in Obion County, the new developments with Future I-69 (Phase 3) have ushered in a speed limit drop to 45 mph in southbound lanes as traffic merges onto US51. SR22 will also see work to refresh the roadway from SR5 to SR21, including the repair of bridge expansion joints.
With all these construction activities, West Tennessee residents and visitors should prep for a patchwork of delays and detours. Keeping up-to-date on the latest closures and work zones can help manage the expected travel interruptions.
