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10/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/23/2026 14:50

Roadway Activity Report for the Lower East and Upper Cumberland (October 22-28, 2026)

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-40 (WATERLEVEL HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 3.62 to LM 3.65:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-40 (Waterlevel Hwy.) between Randolph Samples Rd. and Minnis Road NE. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, arrow boards/message boards, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present from 09/30/2026 through 10/30/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2025-931)

BRADLEY COUNTY SR-74 (OCOEE ST. N.E.) Utility Work both directions at LM 16.84:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-74 (N.E. Ocoee St.) between Gale Drive Northeast and Mouse Creek Rd. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, arrow boards/message boards, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present from 10/15/2026 through 10/28/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-188)

CANNON COUNTY SR-53 [18.21-24.08] from near Pleasant Ridge Road to Dekalb County line resurfacing:
The contractor will have lane closures with flagging operations during daylight hours from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. for resurfacing-related operations.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC / McMinnville / CN26202]

COFFEE COUNTY I-24 (MM 117) construction of an overpass carrying Wattendorf Memorial Highway/AEDC Road, including grading, drainage, retaining walls, and paving:
Drivers can expect short-term flagging operations for trucks entering and exiting the work zone on Wattendorf Highway. Bridge demolition is scheduled to start Sunday night 10/25 at 7 p.m. through 6 a.m. I-24 EB will be reduced to one lane and diverted across the ramps at the 117 interchange. Wattendorf Highway/AEDC Rd. will be closed at the bridge with signed detours in place. Work will continue nightly over I-24 EB until completed, then will switch to I-24 WB with similar closures and ramp diversions. RESTRICTIONS: 12' width restriction on all ramps at the Exit 117 interchange with AEDC Rd./Wattendorf Highway
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC / Tullahoma / CNZ029]

COFFEE COUNTY SR-127 [6.21-9.76] repair of bridge over Bradley Creek:
The road is CLOSED at the 9.76 bridge for full bridge removal and replacement. Closure remains until Aug. 12, 2027. A signed detour is in place. Lane closures with flagging operations will occur during daylight hours for bridge repair and grading as needed.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC / McMinnville / CN26205]

COFFEE COUNTY SR-16 (S. JACKSON ST.) Utility Work both directions at LM 4.80:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-16 (S. Jackson St.) between New Rock Creek Rd. and W. Monroe St. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, arrow boards/message boards, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present 08/31/2026 through 10/30/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-609)

COFFEE COUNTY SR-55 construction from First Avenue (LM 2.0) to SR-16 (US-41A, N. Jackson St., LM 2.6) in Tullahoma:
Phase 3 roadway widening and bridge replacement on SR-55 (Wilson Ave.) continues. Lanes are reduced from 3 to 2 (one in each direction). Intermittent flagging for construction operations and vehicles entering/exiting the work zone is expected.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC / Tullahoma / CNX912]

COFFEE COUNTY SR-55 [14.4-15.1] from Old Bushy Branch Road to Interstate Drive bridge replacement at LM 14.77 on SR-55 over I-24 at Exit 111:
SR-55 is reduced to one lane in each direction. The left lane in both directions remains closed. Nightly lane closures on I-24 in both directions will occur for bridge demolition prep work. Two-week lookahead: I-24 closures with ramp diversions scheduled for the weekend of 11/6 from Friday 7 p.m. to Monday 6 a.m.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC / Maint-R2 / PD2501]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 [304.4-306.6] from MM 304.4 to MM 306.6 bridge repair and resurfacing:
Construction continues within the median of I-40. Traffic has been shifted. Motorists should use caution.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Crossville / CNZ290]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 [306.2-311] from MM 306.2 to MM 311 resurfacing:
Nightly resurfacing Sunday night through Friday morning, 7 p.m.-6 a.m. Motorists should use caution. [Rogers Group, Inc. / Crossville / CNZ327]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 [328.2-328.4] from MM 328.2 to MM 328.4 bridge repair:
Bridge repair is underway over Main Street near Crab Orchard. One lane of Main Street is closed with a temporary signal. Motorists should use caution.
[Capital City Construction Services, LLC / Crossville / CN26204]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-1 [5.28-8.865] from Deep Water Road to POW Camp Road resurfacing:
Resurfacing continues with temporary lane closures and flagging Monday-Friday.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Crossville / CN26204]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-24 [0-0.16] from Putnam County Line to C189 bridge repair:
Bridge repair at I-40 MM 304.6 / SR-24 LM 0.24 continues. SR-24 is reduced to one lane with temporary signals.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Crossville / CNZ290]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-24 [15.056-15.56] from Crossville city limits to Seventh-Day Adventist Church and School bridge replacement:
SR-24 is closed from LM 15.06 to LM 15.6 for the duration of the project. Detour via SR-462 and SR-1. Clearing and utility work ongoing; bridge replacement to follow.
RESTRICTIONS: Both lanes closed from LM 15.06 to 15.6
[Mid-State Construction Company, Inc. / Crossville / CNZ206]

CUMBERLAND COUNTY SR-28 (US-127) bridge construction and paving from north of I-40 (LM 17.8) to near Potato Farm Road (LM 22.7):
Grading and paving operations continue. Temporary lane closures and brief traffic stoppages possible. Motorists should be alert.
[Jones Bros. Contractors, LLC / Crossville / CNV009]

DEKALB COUNTY SR-26 (US-70) grading, drainage, and construction of retaining walls and paving from near SR-53 (LM 2) to near SR-96 (LM 6.1):
Work continues near SR-53. Lane closures and flaggers will be used as necessary.
[Twin K Construction / Cookeville / CNV012]

DEKALB COUNTY SR-26 [15.9-20.3] from Near Old Snow Hill Road to West of Curtis Road resurfacing:
Milling operations continue. One lane closed in each direction. Motorists should be prepared to stop.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Cookeville / 262008]

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-130 (OLD TULLAHOMA RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 11.87 to LM 11.89:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Audubon Rd. and Bible Crossing Rd. 10/20/2026-11/20/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-733)

FRANKLIN COUNTY SR-15 [8.54-13.12] from Belvidere Lane to Veterans Memorial Drive resurfacing:
Daily lane closures for resurfacing. One lane in each direction maintained.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC / Tullahoma / CN26205]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-2 (US-41) Utility Work both directions from LM 5.29 to LM 5.69:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Bells Cove and West Main St. 09/15/2026-11/17/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-520)

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-399 [0-4.78] resurfacing from SR-108 (LM 0) to the Sequatchie County line (LM 4.8):
Single-lane closures with flaggers. Use caution.
[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. / Dunlap / CN26202]

GRUNDY COUNTY SR-50 [13.23-17.74] from Hideaway Cabin Road to SR-56 resurfacing:
Daily flagging operations for resurfacing.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Tullahoma / CN26204]

HAMILTON COUNTY I-75 at the Hamilton Place Mall interchange:
Multiple lane and ramp closures for barrier rail installation and bridge work.
- I-75 NB right lane closed 10/23/26 from 8 p.m.-6 a.m.
- I-75 NB Exit Ramp to Shallowford Rd. closed; detour via Volkswagen Drive
- After reopening, I-75 SB Entrance Ramp from Shallowford Rd. will close for bridge work
All ramps reopen by 6 a.m. 10/26/26. Speed limit reduced throughout project.
[Summers-Taylor, Inc. / Chattanooga West / CNX358]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-148 (LOOKOUT MTN. SCENIC HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 1.19 to LM 1.43:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Crandell Ave. and Stonedge Rd. 10/05/2026-01/31/2027 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-540)

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-153 (STATE HWY. 153) Utility Work both directions at LM 10.13:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Towne Hills Dr. and O'Henry Drive. 10/08/2026-10/28/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-494)

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-17 (BONNY OAKS DR.) TDOT Bridge Inspection both directions at LM 8.2:
Routine inspection with lane closures 10/27-10/29 from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Flaggers present. Motorists should be alert.

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-17 (ST. ELMO AVE.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.12 to LM 0.60:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-17 (St. Elmo Ave.) between 57th St. and 56th St. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present 10/15/2026 through 12/18/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-693)

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-17 [5.63-8.75] from Campbell Street to SR-153 resurfacing:
From 10/15/2026 through 10/31/2026, the contractor will perform pavement-marking operations nightly from 8 p.m.-6 a.m.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. / Chattanooga West / CN26202]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-2 [0-2.74] (US-41, US-64, US-74) from 0.00 to 2.74 resurfacing:
From 10/12/2026 through 10/31/2026 the contractor will be flagging for asphalt milling and paving from 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
[APAC-Atlantic, Inc. / Maint-Chattanooga / CN26204]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-27 (SUCK CREEK RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.00 to LM 4.00:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-27 (Suck Creek Rd.) between River Canyon and Signal Mountain Rd. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present 10/08/2026 through 10/30/2026 (EPB maintenance work).

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-27 (SUCK CREEK RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 2.89 to LM 4.00:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-27 (Suck Creek Rd.) between the Signal Mountain Sewerage Plant and Southview St. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, signage, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present 10/19/2026 through 12/04/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-704)

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-312 (BIRCHWOOD PK.) Utility Work both directions at LM 2.96:
Flagger-assisted lane closures on SR-312 (Birchwood Pike) at the intersection of Eldridge Rd. and Birchwood Pike. Motorists should reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Trucks, arrow boards/message boards, flaggers, and barrels/cones will be present 09/24/2026 through 10/28/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-611)

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-319 (DUPONT PKWY.) TDOT Bridge Inspection both directions at LM 2.22:
Routine inspection of the C.B. Robinson Bridge will result in lane and shoulder closures 10/20-10/23 from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Northbound right lane and shoulder: Oct. 20-21
- Southbound right lane and shoulder: Oct. 22-23
Motorists should use caution.

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-320 [0.86-1.11] replacement of bridge over CSX railroad:
Utility pole and overhead line relocation continues. Daily flagging operations 7 a.m.-5 p.m. SR-320 will be closed from Prosperity Lane to Vance Road 10/24/2026 at 5 a.m. through 10/26/2026 at 5 a.m. for storm-drainage installation and vegetation clearing. A signed detour will be in place.
[Dement Construction Company, LLC / Chattanooga West / CNZ267]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-58 [2.17-4.55] from SR-17 to near 21st Street West resurfacing:
From 08/16/2026 through 10/30/2026 pavement-marking operations will occur nightly 7 p.m.-6 a.m. Motorists should use caution.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. / Chattanooga West / CN26201]

HAMILTON COUNTY SR-8 (SIGNAL MOUNTAIN RD.) Utility Work both directions from LM 12.99 to LM 13.96:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Runyan Dr. and Glendale Dr. 10/19/2026 through 12/04/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-705)

MARION COUNTY I-24 TDOT Bridge Maintenance both directions at MM 160.5:
TDOT will perform deck sounding on 10/28/2026 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Lane closures (approx. one hour each):
- EB lane 2 at 7 a.m.
- EB lane 1 at 9 a.m.
- WB lane 2 at 11 a.m.
- WB lane 1 at 1 p.m.
Times may vary. Traffic control will be in place.

MARION COUNTY I-24 [17.61-21.76] resurfacing from near SR-27 (US-72) to east of SR-28:
Nightly resurfacing Sunday-Thursday, 7 p.m.-6 a.m. Single-lane closures. Intermittent ramp closures (one ramp in each direction always open). Tennessee Highway Patrol assisting.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Dunlap / CNZ292]

MARION COUNTY SR-108 [2.8-3.24] slide mitigation:
Grading, drainage, and paving operations continue. Roadway reduced to one lane controlled by temporary traffic signals. Completion scheduled for 08/31/2027.
[Wright Brothers Construction Company, Inc. / Dunlap / CNZ226]

MCMINN COUNTY SR-30 [19.69-22.88] from SR-33 Tennessee Ave. to CR-890 resurfacing:
Contractor will continue traffic-signal work on SR-30 (US-411). Lane closures will occur when workers are present. Motorists should reduce speed.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Cleveland / CN26205]

MCMINN COUNTY SR-39 [7.56-7.628] from Old Riceville Road to Avalon Street intersection improvements:
Contractor will install a new pole foundation and concrete island. Traffic turning from SR-39 to Old Riceville Rd. restricted to passenger vehicles; larger vehicles must use Dennis Street. Intermittent lane closures possible.
[Stansell Electric Company, Inc. / Cleveland / 1285111]

OVERTON COUNTY SR-52 (JAMESTOWN HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 20.36 to LM 24.62:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Red Rose Lane and Bolestown Cemetery Rd. 10/18/2026 through 12/18/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2025-742)

POLK COUNTY SR-68 [13.92-21.88] from Stansbury Road to Tennessee-Georgia State Line resurfacing: Resurfacing continues. Lane closures will occur. Traffic may be reduced to one lane with flaggers. Motorists should use caution and reduce speed.
[Talley Construction Company, Inc. / Cleveland / CN26203]

PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 TDOT Contractor both directions from MM 286.2 to MM 288.2:
Lane closures for surveying 10/26/2026-10/29/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

PUTNAM COUNTY I-40 [303.6-304.2] from MM 303.6 to MM 304.2 bridge repair and resurfacing:
Construction continues within the I-40 median. Traffic shift remains in place.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Crossville / CNZ290]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 construction from north of the SR-111 interchange to south of the I-40 interchange: Punch-list operations continue. Temporary lane closures and flaggers will direct traffic. Motorists should use caution. [Rogers Group, Inc. / Cookeville / CNV284]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-136 [2.27-4.15] from I-40 Eastbound Ramps to SR-24 resurfacing:
Nightly lane closures from 7 p.m.-6 a.m. One lane closed in each direction. Flaggers present at intersections.
[Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC / Cookeville / CNZ293]

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-291 (BLOOMINGTON SPRINGS HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 0.00 to LM 1.97:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between SR-24 and SR-56. 10/05/2026 through 12/18/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-450)

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-56 (GAINESBORO HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 3.74 to LM 3.90:
Flagger-assisted lane closures between Hulon Ferrell Rd. and Old Gainesboro Rd. 10/05/2026 through 12/18/2026 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (2026-452)

PUTNAM COUNTY SR-84 (CALFKILLER HWY.) Utility Work both directions from LM 1.0 to LM 8.0:
Flagger-assisted lane closures from the White County line to Hidden Acres Rd. 09/27/2026 through 01/02/2027 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (2023-577)

REGION 2 Interstate and state route thermoplastic marking re-tracing.:
The contractor will be onsite performing call-out work at the following locations:
• Warren County SR-56 at SR-380
• Cumberland County SR-1 at Main Street
• Putnam County SR-135 and SR-136 at 12th Street
• Putnam County SR-135 at University Drive
• Sequatchie County SR-111 at SR-8
• Bledsoe County SR-30 at US-127
• Van Buren County SR-111 from LM 0.00 to 4.90
A mobile operation with an attenuator truck will be used. Intermittent lane closures or traffic shifts may be in place. Motorists should use caution and be prepared to stop.
[Mullen's Markings, Inc. / Cookeville / 262003]

REGION 2 The crack sealing at various locations on various State Routes:
Night shift lane closures 7 p.m.-6 a.m. at:
• Grundy Co. I-24 MM 126.98-129.41
• Coffee Co. I-24 MM 96.81-100.24
• Coffee Co. I-24 MM 125.75-126.97
• Putnam Co. SR-136 LM 4.15-5.00
• Putnam Co. I-40 MM 281.31-286.86
• Cumberland Co. I-40 MM 311.1-317.85
[Reynolds Sealing and Striping, Inc. / McMinnville / CN26203]

REGION 2 The on-call cable barrier repair on various Interstate and State Routes.:
Shoulder closures in the median of interstates and major divided routes will occur during daylight hours Monday-Friday as needed.
[LU, Inc. / McMinnville / CNZ205]

REGION 2 The on-call guardrail repair and new guardrail installation on various Interstate and State Routes:
Short-term shoulder and lane closures will occur for guardrail repair.
• Interstates: nightly Sunday-Thursday, 7 p.m.-6 a.m.
• State routes: daily Monday-Saturday
At least one travel lane remains open on interstates. Flaggers will be present on state routes.
[Reynolds Fence and Guardrail, Inc. / McMinnville / CN26203]

REGION 2 The random on-call attenuator repair on various Interstate and State Routes:
US-27/I-124 ramp exit to Broad Street (Hamilton Co.) closed 10/22/2026 from 8 p.m.-6 a.m. Backup date 10/23/2026 for weather.
[LU, Inc. / McMinnville / CN26S00]

REGION 2 The retracing of painted pavement marking lines on various routes:
Restriping will take place at:
• Clay Co. SR-135 LM 0.00-8.43
• Overton Co. SR-164 LM 8.72-13.72
• Marion Co. SR-422 LM 0.00-2.40
• Polk Co. SR-30 LM 2.65-5.75
• Hamilton Co. SR-27 LM 0.947-1.041
Expect wet paint.
[The Aero Mark Company, LLC / Cookeville / 262002]

REGION 2 The sweeping on various Interstate and State Routes:
Mobile sweeping operations will impact inside/outside shoulders.
• Interstates & high-traffic routes: night, 8 p.m.-6 a.m.
• Lower-traffic routes: day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
[Spears-Hopkins Paving Co., LLC / Chattanooga West / CNZ248]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-111 [4.32-7.57] resurfacing with cold in-place recycling (CIR):
Single-lane closures with flaggers between Lewis Chapel Rd. and East Valley Rd. Use caution.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC / Dunlap / CN26201]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-28 [0-4] (US-127) from the Marion County line to Wilson Road:
Single-lane closures controlled by flaggers for resurfacing.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Dunlap / CN26205]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-399 [0-5.9] resurfacing from the Grundy County line (LM 0) to near SR-111 (LM 5.9):
Single-lane closures with flaggers. Use caution.
[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. / Dunlap / CN26202]

SEQUATCHIE COUNTY SR-8 [22.73-27.42] from south of Whitlow Road (LM 22.7) to north of Sherman Road (LM 27.4):
Lane closures with flaggers for resurfacing operations. Use caution.
[Tinsley Asphalt, LLC / Dunlap / CN26205]

WARREN COUNTY SR-55 BUS [0-3.19] from SR-55 to SR-56 resurfacing (micro surface):
Lane closures with flagging for resurfacing.
Work may occur day or night, 7 days/week.
No lane closures during school-day peak hours (6:30-8:00 a.m., 2:30-4:00 p.m.).
[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. / McMinnville / CN26201]

WARREN COUNTY SR-55 [1.1-8.55] from SR-379 to east of Hallum Lane resurfacing (micro surface):
Lane closures for resurfacing. Work may occur day or night, 7 days/week.
[Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc. / McMinnville / CN26201]

WHITE COUNTY SR-1 [16.2-20.2] from near Corolla Road to near Viola Drive resurfacing:
Milling and paving continues. One lane closed with flaggers controlling traffic. Motorists should be prepared to stop.
[Rogers Group, Inc. / Cookeville / CN26204]

RESTRICTIONS:

COFFEE COUNTY - CNZ029: 12' width restriction on all ramps at the Exit 117 interchange with AEDC Rd./Wattendorf Highway.

CUMBERLAND COUNTY - CNZ206: Both lanes of SR-24 are closed at LM 15.06 to LM 15.6.

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