Expect nightly lane closures on SR 17 in Elbert County for resurfacing

The section of road highlighted in red will be resurfaced. Source: GDOT

(ELBERTON) – Evening travelers can expect delays for the next several months along Highway 17 in Elbert County.

The Georgia Department of Transporation has awarded $2.4 million to resurface approximately 4.5 miles of road between Fairfax Circle and State Route 17/72.

Single lane closures will begin this week. Crews will close lanes from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday through Friday.

The work is expected to take several months. GDOT says the project should be completed by November 30.

The Georgia Department of Transportation awarded the contract to E.R. Snell Contractor in June.