Georgia DOT announces lane closures for interstate improvement projects

Russell R. McMurry, P.E., Commissioner
Russell R. McMurry, P.E., Commissioner
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Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced lane closures as part of the 16@95 Improvement Projects. These projects aim to widen Interstate 16 and reconstruct the I-16/I-95 Interchange. The closures are necessary for widening activities on I-16 and bridge work at the I-16/I-516 Interchange.

Daytime lane closures will occur from Monday, February 24, through Saturday, March 1. Intermittent right and left-lane closures will take place on I-16 westbound from the I-16/I-516 Interchange to the I-16/I-95 Interchange between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., while similar closures on I-16 eastbound will occur between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Nighttime lane closures are scheduled for the same dates, with intermittent right and left-lane closures occurring from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Double-lane closures will also be in effect on I-95 northbound and southbound at the I-16 overpass from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.

A continuous closure is planned from Friday, February 28, at 8 p.m., through Monday, March 3, at 5 a.m., affecting the ramp from I-16 eastbound to I-516 eastbound (Exit 164A). Motorists should follow detour signs during this period.

Additionally, there is an ongoing long-term closure of Tremont Road under I-16 until May 31, 2025.

Motorists are advised that exact times may change due to weather conditions. Georgia DOT advises travelers to expect delays, exercise caution in work zones, reduce speed, stay alert for workers, and check real-time traffic updates by calling 511 or visiting their website or app.

“Georgia Department of Transportation plans, constructs and maintains Georgia’s state and federal highways,” states Georgia DOT’s advisory notice. “We’re involved in bridge, waterway, public transit rail general aviation bike and pedestrian programs.”

The department emphasizes its commitment to delivering a transportation system focused on innovation safety sustainability mobility aiming “to boost Georgia’s competitiveness through leadership in transportation.”



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