W Road closure extended another week

UPDATE:

Hamilton County officials said on Wednesday that they are extending the closure of the W Road.

It was originally scheduled to open on April 15, but that date is now pushed back to Monday, April 22. However, it could be pushed back even more dependent on weather conditions.

The Highway Department is continuing their work at this time. That includes painting the road and installing reflectors.

The county said drivers should continue using Roberts Mill Road or Signal Mountain Boulevard/Taft Highway to leave or access Signal Mountain.

Additionally, the section of James Boulevard between Anderson Pike and Taft Highway is now open.


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W Road to close for 2 weeks starting Monday

March 26, 2024

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The W Road will close for two weeks starting April 1, according to the Hamilton County Highway Department.

Crews will complete milling, paving and safety enhancement along the road.

The highway department asks the public to avoid this area during construction.

They ask drivers to use Roberts Mill Road or Signal Mountain Boulevard/Taft Highway to access Signal Mountain during this time. Residents along the W Road will have access to and from their homes.

Officials say the public can access Walden’s Ridge Park from the bottom of the W Road.

In addition, a small section of James Boulevard, between Anderson Pike and Taft Highway, will close starting Wednesday, March 27. It will remain closed for the remainder of the construction.

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