The Georgia Department of Transportation announced on Apr. 3 that daily single lane closures will take place on Interstate 16 between mileposts 144 and 146 as part of the I-16 at Old Cuyler Interchange project. The closures are scheduled from Monday, April 6 through Saturday, April 18, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., weather permitting.
These lane closures are part of a larger initiative to improve access in Bryan County by enhancing the US 280 corridor, constructing new roundabouts, expanding roadways, and adding a new frontage road along I-16 called Genesis Drive. The project also includes building a new interchange location on I-16 to support current and future transportation needs in the area.
Officers will be present during the closure times to assist motorists. Drivers are advised to expect delays, exercise caution, and reduce speed while traveling through work zones. Real-time updates on work status and traffic conditions can be accessed by calling Georgia’s travel information line at 511 or visiting the official website at https://511ga.org.
The Georgia Department of Transportation delivers transportation solutions that support economic development and benefit residents across the state, according to the official website. The agency employs about 4,000 staff members with an operating budget over $4.5 billion according to its official site. Its focus includes developing and maintaining Georgia’s roadways while supporting rail, transit programs, and working closely with local governments as well as federal agencies according to its official website.
Operating under the State Transportation Board, GDOT serves all regions of Georgia through its extensive network as reported by its official site. It oversees both state and federal roadway development with an emphasis on safety and mobility; it is considered one of the largest state transportation systems in the nation according to GDOT’s website.
For more details about this specific project or ongoing updates regarding scheduling changes due to weather or other factors, residents can check GDOT’s Network page or visit us280-I16frontage-oldcuylerrd-0016618 (arcgis.com).
