Submitted by the Georgia Department of Transportation
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So that motorists can better enjoy the last holiday of the summer season, the Georgia Department of Transportation is suspending construction-related lane closures beginning at 5 a.m., Friday, Sept. 3, and extending until 5 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 7.
The Department reminds travelers to exercise caution nonetheless as heavy holiday traffic is expected throughout the state; crews may be still be working in proximity to highways; and safety concerns may require some long-term lane closures remain in place. Also, incident management or emergency maintenance-related lane closures could become necessary on any route.
“Historically, there are nearly 2,000 accidents in Georgia during the Labor Day weekend and more than a dozen individuals lose their lives,” Transportation Commissioner Vance. C. Smith, Jr., notes. “Enjoy your holiday, but please, please, be careful and courteous on our roadways.”
Georgia DOT urges travelers to call 511 for updated information about construction projects on interstates and state routes. Georgia 511 is a free phone service that provides real-time traffic and travel information statewide, such as traffic conditions, incidents, lane closures, and delays due to inclement weather. Callers also can transfer to operators to request assistance or report incidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week. More information is available at www.511ga.org.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is committed to providing a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia’s economy and is sensitive to both its citizens and its environment. Georgia is the 3rd fastest-growing state in the nation, yet 49th in per capita spending on transportation. Additional transportation revenues are imperative to grow and sustain Georgia's economic vitality and quality of life through the 21st Century. For general information on the Georgia DOT, please visit our Web site (www.dot.ga.gov).
