FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
CONTACT: Nichole Lawrence
CELL: 731-225-6041
FULL CLOSURES SET FOR MEMFIX 4 PROJECT ON I-240 IN MEMPHIS
I-240 and Poplar Avenues will close over the weekend
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews will temporarily close a stretch of I-240 from the I-40/I-240 split to the I-240/SR 385 split, as well as Poplar Avenue east and westbound.
- Friday, August 24, 9:00 p.m. until Monday, August 27, 6:00 a.m. – FULL CLOSURE of I-240 east and westbound and Poplar Avenue east and westbound.
***ALL WORK IS WEATHER DEPENDENT***
These closures are for the demolition and replacement of the Poplar Avenue eastbound bridge. During the closures, all interstate traffic will be detoured around the north I-40 loop and the south I-240 loop. Both Poplar Avenue eastbound and westbound will also be closed. Additional closures will include the I-40 eastbound exits to White Station/Summer Avenue and Sam Cooper. Walnut Grove and Park Avenue will be open, but access to I-240 will be prohibited. Message boards will alert motorists to the closures and alternate routes. Drivers are advised to plan ahead.
For more information on the MemFix 4 project including a video explaining the ABC process, visit the project information page at: www.tn.gov/tdot/memfix4. You can also sign up for email updates.
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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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