I-55 and 3rd Street Closes for Bridge Repairs

MEMPHIS, Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) contract crews will be closing I-55 south at Third Street. Activities include removing and installing a new bridge beam as well as sidewalk and overhang repairs. All work is weather-dependent.

Friday, March 15, 8:00 pm through Monday, March 18, 6:00 am

I-55 south will be closed at Mallory for bridge repair. Third Street will also have a lane closed during the weekend.  The entrance ramp from southbound Third Street to I-55 south will also be closed.

A detour will be posted. All work is weather dependent and the following weekend will serve as the back up date.

From your desktop or mobile device, get the latest construction activity and live streaming SmartWay traffic cameras at www.TNSmartWay.com/Traffic. Travelers can also dial 511 for travel information, or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/myTDOT for statewide travel or West Tennessee follow https://twitter.com/NicLawrenceTDOT.

As always, drivers are reminded to use all motorist information tools wisely and Know Before You Go! by checking travel conditions before leaving for your destination. Drivers should never tweet, text, or talk on a cell phone while behind the wheel.

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