Welcome to the Road Closures and Construction Updates page. This resource is designed to inform residents, visitors, and commuters about current and upcoming road work, street closures, and traffic impacts due to infrastructure improvement projects.
We understand that construction can cause temporary inconveniences, and we are committed to providing timely, accurate updates to help you plan your route and minimize disruptions.
We encourage all residents to check this page regularly and follow us on social media for real-time updates. Your patience and cooperation are appreciated as we work to improve our city’s infrastructure.
🚧 Road Closure Notice: Sewer Line Connection Work 🚧
Date: Wednesday, June 5
Time: Beginning at 7:00 AM
Location: Intersection of West Morgan Street, West Hill Avenue, and South Farnum Street
To facilitate the extension and connection of the sewer line, the intersection of West Morgan Street @ West Hill Ave @ South Farnum Street will be closed to all traffic beginning at 7:00 AM on Wednesday, June 5.
Detour Routes:
- If traveling into Friendsville from the Disco Loop area:
- Use West Hill Avenue to access either:
- Church Street, or West Morgan Street, to West College Avenue or North Morgan Street
- Use West Hill Avenue to access either:
- If exiting Friendsville toward the Disco Loop area:
- Use either:
- North Morgan Street (if coming from Louisville)
- West College Avenue
- Use either:
No through traffic will be permitted past the West Morgan /West Hill/South Farnum intersections, so please plan accordingly.
Annotated Map (for visual reference)
A labeled version of a map showing the closure point, suggested detours, and road names. Here's what you’ll see:
- The yellow line shows the area of the closure point
The orange lines show alternate routes to take on West Morgan, Church Street, and West College Avenue
Current Open Projects are underway and may affect local traffic patterns or cause delays periodically.
Motorists are advised to use caution, follow posted signage, and consider alternate routes when possible. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve infrastructure and services throughout the city.
- HUD-Special Appropriations, Sewer Expansion
- Blount County- TDEC/ARPA rehab of asbestos water line.
- Blount County- TDEC/ARPA replacement of utility water meters.