Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has begun work on two concurrent projects along SR 365, potentially disrupting travel for commuters over the coming months. With both projects running simultaneously, motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly due to lane closures and construction activities.
Habersham project
The first project, situated in Habersham County, involves overnight paving spanning a ten-mile stretch of SR 365, extending from J. Warren Road in the south to SR 17 at the Tom Arrendale interchange in the north. Elizabeth Johnson, GDOT District 1 Communications Officer, explained that the project encompasses all four lanes of SR 365.
Currently, crews from C.W. Mathews are engaged in deep patching sections of the highway. Subsequently, they will undertake level coating across all lanes before applying a final layer of asphalt. The culmination of the project will involve lane striping to ensure road safety. During construction, traffic will be restricted to one lane on the side where paving activities are underway. Lane closures begin just before 7:00 p.m. each evening.
Habersham/Stephens project
Simultaneously, the second project entails the installation of a median cable barrier along SR 365, commencing at the Tom Arrendale interchange in Habersham County and extending into Stephens County. This daytime project covers approximately a mile in total length, with traffic limited to a single lane on the side designated for construction.
Johnson stated that both projects should be completed this summer.
With ongoing construction activities, drivers are urged to exercise caution while navigating through these zones. Recent tragedies are a reminder for the importance of adhering to safe driving practices in construction zones.
Just last week, a construction worker lost their life in a construction zone on I-75 in Clayton County. Tragically, Georgia state trooper Chase Redner succumbed to a fatal accident while investigating the incident within the same construction zone.
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As GDOT progresses with these construction projects, motorists are encouraged to prioritize safety, remain vigilant, and consider alternate routes where possible to minimize disruptions to their travel plans.
