If you're planning to travel through Sevierville on the morning of November 27th, be prepared to adjust your route accordingly. The Sevierville Police Department has announced a temporary lane closure on a stretch of Dolly Parton Parkway to accommodate a local 5k road race, the Smoky Bear Turkey Chase 5k. The westbound lane closure between Cherokee Circle and Old Newport Highway will be in effect from 7:30 a.m. until around 9:30 a.m., which might slow down your morning commute.
As per the police alert, the runners will also be using the eastbound lane on Old Newport Highway, between Dolly Parton Parkway and Cherokee Circle. Eastbound vehicle flow will be permitted, but drivers should be ready to safely yield to the race participants. This arrangement is set to surely create a slowdown, so extra caution is recommended when navigating the area.
The Sevierville Police Department has urged the public to be aware of the temporary lane closure and to expect potential short-term traffic delays. They ask that motorists keep an eye out for participants and follow posted signs and directions to ensure both the safety of runners and the smooth flow of traffic.
For those who might need to quickly pass through the affected area, it's advisable to consider alternative routes or to perhaps plan by leaving earlier. The race is expected to draw a crowd, and with runners taking to the street, normal traffic patterns will inevitably be disrupted. The lane closure and race activity will inevitably make for a morning where patience will be as important as observance of traffic laws.
