Rolling roadblocks planned for I-75 south in Knoxville on Friday

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Construction activities are expected to impact traffic along I-75 south on Friday, the Tennessee Department of Transportation said.

The department plans to have rolling roadblocks at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 20, beginning at the Racoon Valley Road exit. The roadblocks should last about 15 to 20 minutes. This will allow crews to safely perform blasting activities near the Emory Road exit.

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“This schedule is contingent on favorable weather conditions,” TDOT said. “Motorists are advised to expect delays and use extreme caution in this area as workers will be present.”

Find live traffic conditions: TDOT Smartway Map

For those looking to travel over the weekend, join 6 News anchor Bo Williams for our Upcoming Road Work stream at 2:30 p.m. on Fridays. He will break down traffic conditions, construction projects and events that are expected to impact drivers in East Tennessee over the weekend.

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