TDOT discusses winter weather prep

East Tennessee crews preparing ahead of snowy weather, TDOT says
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Mark Nagi stepped into the WVLT News studio Wednesday to speak on TDOT’s preparations ahead of forecasted snow. Nagi said the department is preparing, but also ready to adjust as needed.
TDOT discusses winter weather prep as snow event approaches
As another winter weather system approaches the region, News Channel 11 spoke with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to obtain insight on how its crews prepare roadways for snow and ice.
TDOT prepares for potential first winter weather event of 2025
The best advice from officials this weekend is to travel only if necessary. Crews are focusing on bridges, overpasses and high-elevation areas, which tend to freeze first.
City crews and auto experts prepare for possible snow
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TDOT preparing for winter storm
TDOT preparing for winter storm
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How TDOT prepares roads for winter weather
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Southbound lanes of Interstate 81 were reopened Wednesday night in Greene County following a crash that shut down both lanes ...
TDOT to begin road preparations as accumulating snow expected Friday into Saturday
A Weather Impact Alert has been issued for Friday and Saturday as there's a chance for snow moving into our region, creating ...
TDOT ready for winter storm to hit TN. Roadways already being treated
TDOT wants to assure motorists that it’s ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Crews across the Midstate are readied with ...
TDOT: I-81 southbound closed in Greene Co. after crash
The southbound lanes of Interstate 81 is closed Wednesday night in Greene County following a crash. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s ...
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This story will be updated when more information is available.
City of Memphis implements new strategic plan for incoming winter storm
Division of Public Works crews are expected to start pre-treating the roads with salt Thursday, Jan. 9, in preparation for ...
TDOT: Portion of Anderson County roadway slides, barriers and traffic signals to be installed
The Tennessee Department of Transportation said a slide happened on State Route 116 in Anderson County on Monday. According to TDOT spokesperson Mark Nagi, the slide happened near Grave Hill ...
TDOT will not pre-treat roads ahead of potential wintry weather on Sunday, officials say
Officials say as of right now, they do not plan on completing pre-treatment for roads ahead of a possible wintry mix Sunday ...
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TDOT approves traffic light for Chapman
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McGinnis delivers new Tennessee River ferry boat
In December, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) christened its newest 48'x18'x6'4" ferry boat, M/V Summitt, which is now in service on the Tennessee River.