TDOT to Suspend Lane Closures Dec. 23, 2025 – Jan. 2, 2026

The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways during the Christmas/New Year’s travel period, from 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, December 23rd through 12:01 a.m. on Friday, January 2nd. Some long-term closures may still remain and workers may still be on-site in some construction zones. Drivers should obey all posted speed limits.  Drivers convicted of speeding through work zones where workers are present face hefty fines plus court fees and possibly increased insurance premiums.