The Sevierville Police Department has informed the public through a social media update that the eastbound lane closure on Dolly Parton Parkway is now expected to extend into next week. Initially planned to be cleared by Friday afternoon, June 13, the project for constructing a new right turn lane onto Pittman Center Road has faced delays due to weather conditions. "The revised estimated completion date is Friday, June 20, 2025," the department posted.
The traffic disruption began on Wednesday, June 11, with daily restrictions running from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. This extension is likely to further affect local motorists, who were already expecting the work to be finished by today. The initial advisory, issued on Tuesday, cited the construction need for this closure but failed to anticipate the inclement weather.
Drivers traveling through the affected stretch between Cherokee Circle and Pittman Center Road have been advised to prepare for delays. The Sevierville Police Department has not only encouraged drivers to account for extra travel time but also to remain diligent to the evolving traffic patterns, the presence of workers, and equipment on the roadway. Further compounding frustration for daily commuters, this extension means another week of navigating the complications that come with lane closures.
The Sevierville community and visitors using the Dolly Parton Parkway will need to patiently wait and see the fruits of this infrastructure enhancement. While the creation of the new turn lane is expected to ultimately improve flow and safety, the interim impact of the construction has been an unavoidable hindrance. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution and to possibly seek alternative routes whenever practical until the work is complete.
