Georgia Department of Transportation

05/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/15/2026 18:30

🚧DeKalb County🚧 Weekend Lane Closures on SR 141 and I-285 in Doraville for Maintenance from 9 p.m. on Friday, May 15 until 5 a.m. on Monday

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For Immediate Release
Friday, May 15, 2026
Contact: Melodii Peoples
District Seven Communications
DeKalb County…
Weekend Lane Closures on SR 141 and I-285 in Doraville for Maintenance
METRO ATLANTA - Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) maintenance crews will install lane closures on State Route (SR) 141/Peachtree Boulevard and Interstate 285 (I-285) in the Doraville area of DeKalb County this weekend. The purpose of the closures is the ensure safety for workers and motorists during the maintenance repairs.

Weather and on-site conditions permitting, these are the lane closures scheduled from 9 p.m. on Friday, May 15 until 5 a.m. on Monday:
  • One left lane will be closed on SR 141/Peachtree Boulevard near Tilly Mill Road
  • One left lane will be closed I-285 eastbound and westbound at SR 141/Peachtree Boulevard (exit 30)
  • One right lane will be closed on the I-285 eastbound ramp to I-85 northbound (exit 33)
Signage will advise motorists approaching the area of the closures and shifts in advance.

Advisory: Motorists traveling in the area are reminded to reduce their speeds in the work zone. Drivers are also advised to wear seatbelts, eliminate distractions behind the wheel - put your phone down, and plan routes before getting on the road by calling 511, visit 511ga.org or download the 511GA app for Apple or Android for real-time information on work status and traffic conditions.
Georgia Department of Transportation plans, constructs and maintains Georgia's state and federal highways. We're involved in bridge, waterway, public transit, rail, general aviation, bike and pedestrian programs. And we help local governments maintain their roads. Georgia DOT and its nearly 4,000 employees are committed to delivering a transportation system focused on innovation, safety, sustainability and mobility. The Department's vision is to boost Georgia's competitiveness through leadership in transportation.
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