With a statewide Winter Storm Watch in effect from Friday afternoon through Sunday evening, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is assuring assure motorists that it is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow. Salt supplies have been replenished in all 95 and crews have readied snowplows and brine trucks. Forecast models indicate a significant winter weather event, and motorists are encouraged to stay off the roads.
When snow hits Tennessee, TDOT ice and snow removal teams focus first on clearing interstates and heavily traveled state routes, specifically targeting areas vulnerable to freezing, such as hills, curves, ramps, bridges, and interchanges. During prolonged weather events, crews may need to repeatedly clear roadways.
For winter weather tips, travel information, and a regional breakdown of TDOT winter weather supplies and equipment, visit the TDOT website https://www.tn.gov/tdot/inclement-weather/ice-snow.html. You can check TDOT SmartWay for traffic updates, including road conditions and the live SmartWay cameras.