TDOT Hosts Public Meeting for SR 299 Interchange at I-40 in Cumberland County

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) invites residents, businesses, and stakeholders to attend a public informational meeting regarding the proposed SR 299 interchange improvements at Interstate 40 in Cumberland County. The meeting will provide an opportunity for community members to learn about the project, review proposed improvements, and offer feedback.

The proposed project is designed to improve traffic flow, increase roadway capacity, and enhance safety at the SR 299/I-40 interchange, a key gateway for residents, businesses, and travelers in the area. Planned improvements include widening SR 299 from its existing two-lane section to a five-lane roadway north of Pig Path Road, replacing the existing bridge with a new five-lane signalized structure, and improving both eastbound and westbound I-40 ramps.

Together, these improvements are expected to enhance mobility, support continued growth in the area, and provide a safer, more efficient transportation corridor for motorists.

Public Meeting Information

Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. CST (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST)
Location: Crab Orchard Elementary School
240 School Road
Crab Orchard, TN 37723

The meeting will be conducted in an open-house format, allowing attendees to arrive at any time during the two-hour event. Community members will be able to review project displays, exhibits, maps, and preliminary plans while speaking directly with TDOT staff and project team members. A continuous presentation will be available throughout the meeting. The format provides attendees greater flexibility and encourages one-on-one discussions about the project.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and share comments regarding the proposed improvements. Feedback received during the meeting will help inform the project's ongoing development and next steps.

Media Contact

Rae Anne Bradley
Regional Communications Officer
Tennessee Department of Transportation
(423) 510-1164
[email protected]

About the Project: The SR 299 Interchange Improvements project will modernize the interchange at I-40 in Cumberland County through roadway widening, bridge replacement, and ramp improvements. The project is intended to improve safety, reduce congestion, and support future transportation needs in the rapidly growing corridor.

As always, motorists are reminded to use TDOT's motorist information tools and Know Before You Go! by checking travel conditions before departing. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on the phone while driving. For the latest updates, visit the TDOT SmartWay Map or dial 511 for statewide travel information.

Tennessee's Move Over Law requires drivers to move over for highway workers and emergency vehicles. Violations may result in up to 30 days in jail and fines up to $500.

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