JACKSON COUNTY – The Georgia Department of Transportation plans to reopen the State Route 332 bridge over Interstate 85 this week. The overpass has been closed to traffic since January. It’s set to reopen on Wednesday, August 24, weather permitting.
The Jackson County bridge was replaced as part of the I-85 widening project.
“We are grateful for the community’s patience and flexibility as this bridge was reconstructed,” says Georgia DOT Project Manager Albert “Butch” Welch. “Opening this bridge is another key milestone for the overall project as we continue making strides toward project completion.”
In addition to the overpass, DOT has completed the construction of six mainline bridges.
Besides added lane capacity, the I-85 widening project is expected to improve mobility for passenger and freight vehicles. DOT estimates that, once it’s complete, there will be a 69 percent reduction in corridor delays.
