Interstate 24 eastbound through south Nashville turned into a parking lot Friday morning after a serious crash involving a motorcycle near the Harding Place exit shut down all eastbound lanes.
Emergency crews closed the interstate while they worked the scene, diverting traffic onto local ramps. Within minutes, backup stretched for miles as frustrated drivers scrambled for alternate routes around the closure.
According to WKRN News 2, the Tennessee Department of Transportation first logged the crash at about 10:12 a.m. The incident was initially reported as involving a pedestrian before officials clarified that a motorcycle was involved. WKRN reported that investigators and cleanup crews remained on scene as they worked to piece together how the collision unfolded.
As WKRN noted, “TDOT cameras show traffic is built up for several miles, stretching back to Thompson Lane.” Officials told the outlet they did not yet have an estimate for when all eastbound lanes would reopen.
Traffic Impacts And Detours
Per the Tennessee Department of Transportation, eastbound drivers were being diverted at Exit 56 while crews handled the crash response and cleared debris. Surface streets in the Harding Place and Thompson Lane corridors quickly grew congested as commuters peeled off the interstate to snake through side roads.
Investigation And What We Know
Metro police officers and state traffic investigators were on site documenting the scene. Authorities had not yet released details about the motorcyclist’s condition. Officials said updates would come through official channels as the investigation continues and the roadway is fully cleared.
Drivers headed through south Nashville this afternoon should plan for delays and consider alternate routes until I-24 eastbound is back open. We will update this post when agencies release more information.
