The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) previously announced a 47-hour closure and detour of State Route (SR) 307 (Dean Forest Road) at Interstate 16 (I-16) in order to finalize the Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) project. The department has rescheduled this work to begin Friday, November 17, at 9 p.m. and end on Sunday, November 19, at 8 p.m., weather permitting.
The purpose of the 47-hour closure is to install new traffic signals, permanent signage, and pavement markings for the final traffic pattern. Following this closure, the new DDI will be opened to traffic with the exception of the right-hand, southbound lane of SR 307 across I-16, which will open following the completion of the shared-use path anticipated in December 2023.
During the temporary closure, motorists will be restricted to right turns onto the I-16 ramps east and westbound, utilizing Pooler Parkway and Chatham Parkway to turn around and return to Dean Forest Road. Through traffic on I-16 will be routed to the off-ramp, crossing over Dean Forest Road and back onto I-16 via the on-ramp. Law enforcement will be in place to direct traffic.
Lane closures related to I-16 widening from the separate I-16/I-95 Improvement Projects will be restricted during this time.
Motorists can find additional information the closure and detour here: https://0013727-sr307-deanforestroad-gdot.hub.arcgis.com/
This project is replacing the existing interchange with a DDI, providing extra-width lanes to accommodate commercial vehicle traffic, and features a shared-use path and sidewalk. A DDI crosses traffic to the opposite side of the road across an interchange, so vehicles have unimpeded movement onto the freeway ramps. Left-turn movements, which are a typical challenge with standard four-way interchanges, are eliminated with a DDI.
Advisory: Exact time may change due to weather conditions. There may be intermittent traffic pacing and lane and ramp closures that occur within the work zone in addition to this notice. Motorists are advised to expect delays, exercise caution, reduce their speed while traveling through work zones, stay alert, and watch for workers. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app. |
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