As winter approaches, the Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT) has announced its preparedness for potential weather events impacting the local transportation network. Mayor Freddie O’Connell emphasized the importance of being ready, citing improvements following last January’s winter storm. Enhanced efforts include more snowplows and various options for road treatment to ensure safe travel for residents.
For the 2024-2025 winter season, NDOT will utilize 40 snowplow trucks, 19 of which are new, with 18 more arriving throughout the winter. Resources also include 9,300 tons of salt, 100,000 gallons of brine solution, and 40,000 gallons of calcium chloride to treat the roads. Additionally, 80 snow removal routes have been identified, and a truck driving simulator will aid in training operators for winter conditions.
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Phillip Jones, NDOT’s Assistant Director of Operations, stated the department is well-equipped for winter weather response. Coordination with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), WeGo Transit, and other agencies has strengthened their snow removal plan. All trucks have been serviced and operators have practiced snow removal routes. Brine storage tanks are filled, and salt bins are stocked in preparation for pre-treatment.
NDOT has updated the snow removal routes to increase efficiency and coverage throughout the county, transitioning to a post-secondary list instead of call-in requests. Reports can still be made to hubNashville for data collection and future planning.
For non-emergency issues on Metro Nashville streets, residents can visit hub.nashville.gov.
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TDOT Halts Lane Closures for Thanksgiving Travel
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend lane closures on state roads during the Thanksgiving holiday to minimize travel disruptions, starting from noon on November 27 until 6:00 a.m. on December 2, 2024. Deputy Governor Butch Eley emphasizes this measure to maximize highway capacity during the peak travel period. While some construction zones will remain active, TDOT’s HELP Truck drivers will assist motorists, and travelers are encouraged to use resources like the SmartWay website and 511 for updates. AAA expects a record 1.8 million travelers in Tennessee during this time.