Savannah, GA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) will close the Chatham Parkway bridge at Interstate 16 for 20 days, starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 20. This closure is to allow contractors to raise the existing bridge over I-16 to support reconstructed interstate lanes below.
During this period, all ramps on and off I-16 will remain open, except as specified in the detour maps provided by Georgia DOT.
Traffic will be affected as follows: eastbound off-ramp traffic from I-16 can only turn south onto Chatham Parkway; northbound traffic on Chatham Parkway approaching I-16 can only turn right onto eastbound I-16; westbound off-ramp traffic from I-16 can only turn north onto Chatham Parkway; and southbound traffic on Chatham Parkway approaching I-16 can only turn right onto westbound I-16.
A four-night closure of I-16 will also take place with specific detours:
From 9 p.m., Friday, June 20 through 9 a.m., Saturday, June 21
I-16 EB and WB will be closed at Chatham Parkway
From 10 p.m., Saturday, June 21 through 5 a.m., Sunday, June 22
I-16 EB and WB will be closed at Chatham Parkway
From 10 p.m., Sunday, June 22 through 5 a.m., Monday, June 23
I-16 WB will be closed at Chatham Parkway
From 9 p.m., Monday, June 23 through 3 a.m., Tuesday, June 24
I-16 EB and WB will be closed at Chatham Parkway
Motorists are advised that not all navigation applications may reflect these changes. They should follow detour signage and posted speed limits.
Once reopened, the bridge will have four travel lanes—two in each direction. Nighttime lane closures are expected for several weeks during ongoing work.
Georgia DOT advises motorists to expect delays and exercise caution in work zones. Real-time updates on work status and traffic conditions can be obtained by calling 511 or visiting their website or app.
“Georgia Department of Transportation plans, constructs and maintains Georgia’s state and federal highways. We’re involved in bridge, waterway, public transit, rail, general aviation, bike and pedestrian programs. And we help local governments maintain their roads,” said Georgia DOT representatives. “Georgia DOT and its nearly 4,000 employees are committed to delivering a transportation system focused on innovation, safety, sustainability and mobility.”
The department aims to enhance Georgia’s competitiveness through leadership in transportation.
