U.S. Highway 12 - Morristown to Watauga
Project Summary:
This nine and one-half mile project involves the complete reconstruction of U.S. Highway 12 including the replacement of the narrow bridge one mile east of Morristown. This once narrow highway with minimal shoulders, upon completion, will have two 12-foot driving lanes along with 6-foot shoulders. The new grade line will provide travelers with improved sight distance, flatter in-slopes, and wider ditches that will allow for more snow storage capacity.
When construction crews and equipment are present during work hours, the traveling public will be guided through the project with flaggers and a pilot car. Motorists should expect delays of up to 15 minutes.Traffic speeds will also be reduced to 45 mph through the work zone.
Project Timeline:
April 22, 2024 - Aug. 2025
Project Updates:
May 15, 2024:
April 15, 2024 – May 15, 2024, Completed Work: Martin Construction is building the traffic diversion around the bridge one mile east of Morristown and around the box culvert two miles east of Morristown.
Anticipated work in May 15, 2024 – June 15, 2024: Martin Construction will continue with construction of the traffic diversions at the structures. They also plan to begin processing the existing surfacing over culvert locations proceeding from the west end of the project east.
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Project Contract Amount:
$23.6 Million
Project Contacts:
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