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Motorists traveling on Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a temporary impact on traffic.
Beginning on Sunday, November 1, and continuing through Thursday, November 5, there will be nightly lane closures on Cherokee Trail between Old Cherokee Trail/Medical Center Way and the Alcoa Highway Interchange. These lane closures will take place each night between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. while crews pave and prepare for upcoming traffic shifts. Motorists should expect changing conditions throughout the week.
In addition, beginning on Monday, November 2, and continuing through Friday, November 6, the contractor will perform rolling roadblocks on Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) between Woodson Drive and Cherokee Trail. These rolling roadblocks will take place in short intervals (approximately 20 minutes each) and will be spaced out to allow traffic to return to normal flow between operations. These rolling roadblocks will be intermittent each day between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to allow crews to safely mobilize equipment and perform rock excavation and clearing activities.
In addition, beginning on Monday, November 2, and continuing through Friday, November 6, crews will be conducting flagging operations on the ramp from northbound Alcoa Highway at the traffic signal at Cherokee Trail and along Cherokee Trail between the Alcoa Highway interchange and Medical Center Way. These flagging operations will take place each day between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to allow crews to unload materials and for trucks to safely enter and exit the work areas.
This schedule is contingent on favorable weather conditions. Motorists are advised to expect delays and use extreme caution in this area as workers will be present.
As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and “Know Before You Go!” by checking travel conditions before leaving for their destination. Travelers can also dial 511 for statewide travel information and assistance. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.
