Highway 70 Four-Way Stop Significantly Reduces Collisions
White County has reduced major motor vehicle accidents following the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Highway 70 and Old Kentucky Road. White County Emergency Management Director Matt McBride said the transition to a four-way stop followed a collaborative effort between the White County Executive’s office, the White County Sheriff’s Office and […]
Jefferson Ave Expansion Project Finish Set For November
T-DOT’s Jefferson Avenue expansion project scheduled for completion in November. Regional Communications Officer Rae-Anne Bradley said the contractor recently finished installing the final box culvert on the south end of the project near Pigeon Roost Creek Road and Highway 111. Once complete, Bradley said the new, five-lane roadway will be a significant upgrade to the […]
Cookeville Approves South Willow Avenue Turn Lane
Cookeville officials approved a resolution Thursday authorizing a partnership with T-DOT to construct a dedicated right turn lane on South Willow Avenue at Interstate Drive. The city committed up to $500,000 to accelerate the construction process. T-DOT has already prepared design plans. The city must manage utility relocation and right-of-way dedication. CIty Manager James Mills […]
TDOT Jefferson Curb Upgrades, Closures Begin Monday
T-DOT set to begin the Jefferson Avenue resurfacing project this week. T-DOT Regional Communications Officer Rae Anne Bradley said the project ranges from I-40 to East Spring Street. Bradley said the work is scheduled for completion by the end of August and includes significant infrastructure upgrades beyond simple paving. “We just ask drivers to be […]
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 […]
Crossville Approves Infrastructure, Greenway Funding
Crossville officials approved a $116,000 sewer line replacement during a special called meeting Friday. Director of Engineering Tim Begley said the sewer project involves 450 feet of line located in front of the old winery where a new convenience store will open. Begley said the city opted to use enterprise funds for the work rather […]
Clay Spring Cleanup Event Reduces Clutter Next Week
The Clay County Sanitation Department will conduct a spring cleanup event next week to provide residential pickup for large items residents can not transport themselves. Director of the Sanitation Department Meghan Deckard said the initiative is funded through a Tennessee Department of Transportation litter grant. Deckard said the department typically performs this service once a […]
TDOT Continues Their Fight Against Highway Litter With No Trash November
Tennessee Department Of Transportation continues its fight against highway litter with its 3rd annual No Trash November. The month-long statewide initiative attached to Nobody Trashes Tennessee encourages citizens to participate in local cleanup events. The program last year included over 1,300 volunteers participating in 95 events and collecting over 48,000 pounds of litter off roadways. […]
I-40 Lane Closures In Putnam County Sunday Night, Monday Night
The Tennessee Department of Transportation said to be ready for closed lanes on the eastbound I-40 highway Sunday and Monday night. Drivers should be prepared for lane closures between mile markers 292 and 297 in the eastbound left lane. TDOT said a contractor will be on-site in Putnam County to replace pavement markings on the […]
