The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has unveiled an extensive list of road construction, repair, and improvement projects scheduled for the upcoming week. Drivers in various counties, including Hamilton, Bradley, Bledsoe, Coffee, Franklin, Marion, McMinn, Polk, and Rhea, should be prepared for lane closures, flagging operations, and reduced speed limits. These projects aim to enhance infrastructure safety and efficiency across the state. Key areas affected include major highways such as I-24, I-75, and several state routes. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and plan their routes accordingly.

In Hamilton County, a series of roadworks will impact multiple highways and streets. For instance, on I-124, the northbound ramp from Martin Luther King Boulevard to 4th Street will undergo soil stabilization work, with closures scheduled nightly from January 25 to January 28 between 9 PM and 6 AM. Similarly, utility work on I-24's northbound shoulder at Mile Marker 180 will result in lane closures from January 16 to February 5, during weekdays from 7 AM to 5 PM. The I-75 and I-24 interchange reconstruction project will also see nightly lane closures from 9 PM to 6 AM, affecting both northbound and southbound lanes of I-75 and eastbound and westbound lanes of I-24. Uniformed officers will assist with traffic management in these zones.

Several state routes in Hamilton County will also experience lane closures and flagging operations. SR-148, known as Lookout Mountain Scenic Highway, will have a flagger-assisted lane closure at the intersection of Cravens Terrace, lasting from January 7 to January 16 between 9 AM and 2 PM. Campbell Street (SR-17) will face similar closures between Prospect Way and Vinewood Drive until January 31. Additionally, St. Elmo Avenue (SR-17) and Broad Street (SR-2) will have flagger-controlled lane closures for utility work. Market Street (SR-27) will see southbound lane closures from January 13 to January 17, while Ooltewah-Ringgold Road (SR-321) will encounter multiple crossings requiring lane closures.

Bradley County will witness significant activity on its roads. I-75 at the Paul Huff Parkway Interchange will continue modifications, with intermittent flagging operations and temporary lane closures. The widening project on SR-60 will involve grading work and new curb installation, necessitating lane closures and flagging. Harrison Pike (SR-312) and SR-311 will undergo utility work and resurfacing, respectively, with periodic lane closures. US-64 (SR-40) will also see resurfacing work, impacting traffic flow.

Other counties, such as Bledsoe, Coffee, Franklin, Marion, McMinn, Polk, and Rhea, will also host various roadwork activities. Summer City Road in Bledsoe County will undergo grading and widening, narrowing lanes but keeping both open. Coffee County's SR-2 bridge replacement over I-24 will continue, reducing SR-2 to one lane and diverting I-24 traffic onto ramps. Old Decherd Road in Franklin County is closed for bridge replacement, with detours in place. In Marion County, SR-156 will have shoulder closures for bridge repairs over the Tennessee River. McMinn County's SR-39 will see lane reductions for bridge construction and emergency sinkhole repairs. Polk County's SR-68 will shift traffic onto a portion of the new bridge near Brush Creek. Lastly, Rhea County's SR-30 bridge over the Tennessee River will undergo under-bridge repairs, impacting watercraft users accessing the TWRA boating ramp.

To ensure safe passage through these work zones, drivers are urged to reduce their speed, follow signage, and be prepared for potential delays. TDOT advises motorists to stay informed about the latest updates and adjust travel plans as necessary. By adhering to these guidelines, travelers can contribute to smoother traffic flow and support the ongoing efforts to improve Tennessee's transportation infrastructure.