KNOXVILLE, TN (WOKI) – Motorists traveling on I-75 near Emory Road (State Route 131) in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a temporary impact on traffic.
Utility work originally scheduled for Thursday, March 12, was postponed due to inclement weather.
Beginning at approximately 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16, rolling roadblocks will take place on I-75 South, starting at Exit 117 (Raccoon Valley Road), and on I-75 North, starting at Exit 108 (Merchants Drive), as crews will perform utility work in this area.
The duration of these rolling roadblocks will be approximately 10-15 minutes each. Traffic will be permitted to move through the area in between rolling roadblocks, and all work is expected to be completed by 1:30 p.m. that same day.
This schedule is contingent on favorable weather conditions. Motorists are advised to expect delays and use extreme caution in this area as workers will be present.
