The Georgia Department of Transportation announced on April 10 that there will be temporary lane closures and traffic shifts on the I-285/I-20 East Interchange project from April 10 through April 17. These closures are scheduled to accommodate ongoing construction work, which includes reconstructing interstate ramps and adding connecting and auxiliary lanes along I-20 east of the interchange and I-285 north of the interchange.
The planned lane closures are expected to impact both daytime and overnight travel in the area. Daytime closures from Friday, April 10, through Friday, April 17, will occur between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. or until as late as 4 p.m., affecting sections of I-20 eastbound between Columbia Drive and Fairington Road, as well as local roads such as Hillandale Drive at DeKalb Medical Parkway, Miller Road over I-20, and Chupp Way at Fairington Road with flagging operations. Overnight work is scheduled from evening hours until early morning across multiple segments of both interstates.
According to the official website, the Georgia Department of Transportation delivers transportation solutions that support economic development throughout the state. The department employs about 4,000 staff members with an operating budget exceeding $4.5 billion according to its official website. Its focus includes developing and maintaining Georgia’s roadways while supporting rail, transit, and other transportation programs as reported by GDOT.
GDOT operates under the State Transportation Board according to its official site, serving all regions through a statewide network as stated by GDOT. The department works in partnership with local governments and federal agencies to advance transportation efforts across Georgia according to its website. It oversees development and maintenance for state and federal roadways aimed at promoting safety and mobility while supporting infrastructure projects such as bridges, rail initiatives, transit programs, collaborations with governments or organizations; it is one of the largest state transportation systems in the nation with thousands of employees as described by GDOT.
For questions or concerns regarding these upcoming lane closures or related activities on this project corridor during this period residents may contact eastinterchange@dot.ga.gov.
