Expect intermittent lane closures on I-20, Courtesy Parkway extension project in Rockdale County March 2-4

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– Portions of I-20 will be closed intermittently March 2-4 as construction crews work on the new Courtesy Parkway Bridge, officials have announced.

The Rockdale County Department of Transportation (RDOT), in partnership with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), plan to close portions of the interstate during the evening hours of Monday, March 2, and Tuesday, March 3. The parkway extension project is expected to wrap up by Wednesday morning, March 4, weather permitting, officials said. 

During construction, drivers may experience several changes in driving conditions:

• Traffic Pacing Operation on Eastbound and Westbound I-20 between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.

• Intermittent closures on I-20 Between Highway 138 and North Salem Road.
• Traffic will be released at intermittent times during the proposed work

“The Courtesy Parkway Bridge project is a critical investment in Rockdale County’s transportation infrastructure.” said Brian Kelley, Director of Transportation for Rockdale County. “We understand these temporary closures may cause some inconvenience, and we appreciate the patience and cooperation of our community as we work to complete this important project safely and efficiently.”

To avoid impacts with the Traffic Pacing Operation, the suggested detours are below:

Westbound I-20: Take Exit 84 (Salem Rd) Take North Salem Drive to Dogwood Dr. SE to WB Old Covington Hwy SE to SB Hwy. 138 to 1-20

Eastbound I-20: Take Exit 82 (Hwy 138) to SB SR 138 to EB Flat Shoals Rd. SE to NB North Salem Rd. to 1-20

Closures on I-20 are rolling/pacing operations and not full closures.

Please note that this schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions. Drivers should anticipate delays and seek alternate routes, if possible. Take a look at the  map of alternate routes provided.

For more information, contact RDOT at 770-278-7200.