TDOT Highway 127 Bridge Replacement and Detours
Summary
TDOT projects will build two new bridges on Highway 127, closing a road segment entirely for about a year and increasing traffic on county roads.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
State-funded project, but county roads will absorb detour traffic wear.
Motorists utilizing the improved state bridges in the future.
County residents dealing with heavy detour traffic and road wear.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Highway Commission - Oct 7, 2026
TDOT is completely shutting down the Highway 127 bridge south of Asbury Road starting October 12, 2026, forcing heavy trucks and local drivers onto narrow detour roads like Henry Cove and Simmons. Commissioners warned that tight curves and large trucks will cause traffic headaches.
Highway Commission - Aug 5, 2026
TDOT projects will build two new bridges on Highway 127, closing a road segment entirely for about a year and increasing traffic on county roads.
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