Nashville Commute: Icy Road Cautions and Expanded Sunday Transit Launch

Morning Road Conditions: Winter Recovery and Pothole Alerts

Following the significant impacts of Winter Storm Fern, Nashville commuters should exercise extreme caution this Sunday, February 1, 2026. While major interstates have been cleared of the heaviest snow, the Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) and TDOT continue to warn of black ice on secondary roads and overpasses as temperatures remain near freezing. Crews are currently deployed on 'Cold Patrols' across Davidson County to address a surge in potholes caused by the recent freeze-thaw cycle. Significant repair work is expected on I-65 and the I-440 loop throughout the day.

Significant Transit Expansion: New Sunday Service Hours

Today marks one of the first major Sunday tests for the 'Choose How You Move' transit expansion. As of January 2026, WeGo Public Transit has significantly increased Sunday service frequency and hours. Most major routes, including the 3 West End, 52 Nolensville Pike, and 55 Murfreesboro Pike, now begin service as early as 5:15 a.m. and will operate until 1:15 a.m. on Sunday nights. This expansion aims to support hospitality and healthcare workers who rely on weekend transit.

Active WeGo Detours and Service Alerts

Despite the expanded schedule, several weather-related and construction detours remain in effect today:

• Route 76 (Madison): A detour is active on the Route 76 Loop. Outbound buses are currently using Lanier Drive and Neelys Bend Road. Stops between East Old Hickory Blvd and Howse Ave are temporarily closed.
• Route 4 (Shelby): Inbound and outbound detours are in effect near Shelby Avenue and South 19th Street due to ongoing infrastructure repairs.
• Route 14 (Whites Creek): Detours remain active on Kings Lane and Buena Vista Pike.

Major Roadworks and Local Impacts

Long-term construction on the I-65 widening project north of Nashville continues. While lane closures are typically minimized on Sundays, motorists traveling between Rivergate Parkway and the Kentucky state line should expect narrowed lanes and shifted traffic patterns in the Phase 3 construction zone. Locally, residents should note that Metro Nashville has adjusted its trash collection schedule to catch up after the storm; crews are working today to service regular Wednesday routes.

Event Traffic: West End and Midtown

Commuters in the Midtown and West End areas should anticipate increased congestion this afternoon. The Vanderbilt Commodores Women's Basketball team hosts Florida at Memorial Gymnasium, with tip-off scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Expect heavy pedestrian traffic and localized delays near 25th Avenue and Jess Neely Drive.