Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. TDOT will halt all construction-lane closure activity on interstates and state highways beginning at noon on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, through midnight on Sunday, November 28, 2021. However, workers may still be on-site in some construction zones. Long-term lane closures will also remain in place on some construction projects for motorists’ safety. Motorists are reminded to drive safely and obey the posted speeds, especially in work zones. Drivers convicted of speeding in work zones where workers are present face a fine of up to $500, plus court fees and possible increased insurance premiums.
AAA projects more than 53.4 million Americans will travel this Thanksgiving, up 13% from 2020. In Tennessee, the expectation is 1.2 million travelers.