In the aftermath of last month’s historic winter storm that blanketed Tennessee with an unprecedented amount of snow, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has mobilized its crews to address the extensive damage caused by the severe weather conditions. Potholes have emerged along interstates and state routes, posing challenges to motorists and necessitating immediate attention.
TDOT crews are currently engaged in a tireless effort to repair these potholes, working tirelessly day and night to ensure the safety and smooth passage of vehicles. The scale of the damage is significant, with the amount of patching done in January 2024 already surpassing that of the same period in both 2022 and 2023 by 50%.
Utilizing all available resources at their disposal, including contract crews, TDOT is striving to expedite the repair process and minimize disruptions to traffic flow. As weather conditions permit, the repair work will continue in the upcoming days and weeks, with a focus on implementing temporary fixes until more permanent solutions can be implemented.
Looking ahead, TDOT plans to undertake more extensive repairs in the spring and early summer months when asphalt plants are operating at full capacity, producing the hot mix necessary for durable road surfaces. In certain locations where the damage is severe, full-scale paving projects may be required to ensure the long-term integrity of the roadways and enhance driving conditions for all travelers.
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