Numerous road construction projects are set to take place across West Tennessee from January 15 to January 22, 2025, leading to potential daytime and nighttime lane closures. These projects aim to improve infrastructure through repairs and new installations across 21 counties in Region 4.
**District 47 Updates:**
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In Carroll County, work on SR-76 (US-79) involves grading, drainage, noise walls, signals, and paving from near SR-77 to Cutlip Lane, causing lane closures. Meadowbrook Lane and Big Buck Road have been closed, with detours provided. Improvements at the intersections of SR-22 with Clyde Road and Lexington Street at the Huntingdon Industrial Park will also result in lane closures.
In Dyer County, inspections of the SR-211 bridge over the North Fork Forked Deer River will cause outside lane closures starting August 9, 2024. Meanwhile, construction on SR-76 (US-79) from Gibson County to Carroll County involves temporary lane closures.
Obion County’s SR-22 resurfacing, including bridge joint repairs, will cause temporary lane closures throughout the project.
**District 48 Updates:**
In Chester County, bridges on U.S. 45 over overflow areas will initiate lane closures from October 1, 2024, affecting southbound traffic. In Hardin County, SR-128 over the Pickwick Dam will have temporary lane closures. Madison County will see northbound right lane closures on U.S. 45 for AT&T infrastructure work from January 21 to January 25.
**District 49 Updates:**
In Fayette County, construction on SR-222 including the I-40 interchange will cause lane closures, with speed limits reduced. Lane closures will also occur on SR-76 for SR 460 construction, with temporary traffic signals installed. In Shelby County, multiple projects will cause lane closures on SR-175, SR-4, SR-14, SR-57, I-240, and I-40, with speed limits reduced in some areas. Additionally, the I-55 interchange at E. H. Crump Blvd. will see intermittent lane closures and detours, with specific restrictions in place.
In Tipton County, safety improvements at US-51 and Kenwood Avenue will result in temporary lane closures.
Shelby County will also experience long-term lane closures on SR-177 for widening and intersection improvements.
For the latest updates and live streaming traffic information, visit www.TNSmartWay.com/Traffic. Travelers can also call 511 or follow TDOT on Twitter for statewide and West Tennessee travel information. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and avoid distractions while driving.
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Murfreesboro City Services and Closures Update
Murfreesboro City Hall will close early on January 10 due to worsening weather, with limited staff remaining in departments like Water Resources. Schools and certain city services are closed, while essential services like police and fire remain operational. Road crews are working to clear major routes, and residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel. Transit services are suspended, and many parks and recreational facilities have adjusted hours. For updates, residents can visit the Murfreesboro website or check local media outlets.