TDOT Completes On Schedule State Route 53 Upgrades
The final phase of TDOT’s major infrastructure upgrades on State Route 53 in Jackson County finished on schedule. TDOT Regional Communications Officer Rae Anne Bradley said the roadway is fully operational after crews met the May 22 completion deadline. Bradley said the final requirements are underway. “At this point, all we’re waiting on is enough […]
Accelerated Repairs Restore Traffic To State Route 53
State Route 53 in Jackson County has reopened to traffic following an accelerated 50-day culvert replacement project that required a full closure of the roadway. T-DOT Regional Communications Officer Rae Anne Bradley said the project involved replacing damaged infrastructure with two large 18 by 17 foot box sections. Bradley said the construction team utilized a […]
Jackson Submitting Letter To Oppose SR-53 Closure
Jackson County Commissioners have approved a resolution to submit a letter opposing T-DOT’s decision to close State Route 53 to replace a culvert near Hurricane Branch Lane. T-DOT has planned to fully close the highway for an estimated 50 days to complete the project. Commissioner Jeff Smallwood said the letter contains alternative suggestions to keep […]
