Barrier Wall Placement on I-65 and Ongoing Bridge Repairs to Slow Nashville Commute This Wednesday

Morning and Evening Highway Alerts

Commuters navigating the I-65 corridor should prepare for significant activity today, Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has scheduled a single southbound lane closure on I-65 at Mile Marker 96 starting tonight at 8:00 p.m. and continuing until 5:00 a.m. Thursday. This closure is necessary for crews to set barrier walls as part of the ongoing infrastructure upgrades in the area. Additionally, northbound travelers between Mile Markers 89.6 and 90.7 should expect single lane closures during the same overnight window for streetlight conversion work.

For those traveling toward the Sumner County line, the I-65 widening project continues to impact local arteries. Specifically, State Route 174 (Long Hollow Pike) will experience single lane closures in both directions from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. today to facilitate essential bridge work. Motorists are advised to utilize the SmartWay system to monitor real-time speeds before heading out, as these midday closures often create significant bottlenecks for suburban commuters.

Key Local Roadway and Bridge Closures

Downtown travel remains complicated by several long-term bridge and utility projects. The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge began a new phase of repair work this week, leading to intermittent partial closures that will last approximately 90 days. While the north sidewalk remains open for pedestrians, those on bicycles must dismount when traversing the bridge. Meanwhile, Phase 2 of the Woodland Street Bridge repair project is fully underway, requiring drivers to stay alert for changing traffic patterns and lane shifts near the stadium district.

• Nolensville Pike (SR 11): Expect temporary road closures and flagging operations between Log Miles 1.7 and 4.2 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for utility relocation. Furthermore, Bradford Hills Drive remains completely closed at the Nolensville Pike intersection; a marked detour is in place through April.
• Arthur Avenue: Localized delays continue between Garfield Street and Jane Street due to ongoing construction slated to last through early 2026.
• Briley Parkway: Single lane closures in both directions are scheduled tonight from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. between Log Miles 15.6 and 16 for streetlight maintenance.

Public Transit Detours and Service Updates

WeGo Public Transit users should be aware of several active detours affecting major routes due to downtown construction. Routes 3 (West End), 7 (Hillsboro), 8 (8th Avenue South), 18 (Airport), and 86 (Smyrna-La Vergne) are currently bypassing several stops between Central 5th Avenue and 8th Avenue South. Buses leaving downtown are rerouting via John Lewis Way and James Robertson Parkway. Riders are encouraged to check the transit tracker for real-time arrival updates, as these detours may add 5 to 10 minutes to standard travel times. On a positive note, the Winter 2026 service expansions remain in effect, providing increased frequency on Routes 3, 7, and 52 to help alleviate peak-hour congestion.