Chattanooga, TN – Significant traffic disruptions are underway in Chattanooga due to multiple construction and maintenance projects across the city. The Walnut Street Bridge, a key pedestrian and bicycle route over the Tennessee River, is now closed for renovation. The closure is part of a multi-year renovation project, with the expected reopening date set for September 2026. While the bridge is closed, detours via the Market Street Bridge and Veterans Bridge are posted. For further details, visitors can visit [www.walnutstreetbridge.com](http://www.walnutstreetbridge.com).

Additionally, the City of Chattanooga has announced several traffic restrictions in place for the coming days:

Sewer Replacement Work on Rossville Blvd. and E 34th Street

From Tuesday, March 18th to Monday, March 31st, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM (weekdays only), the following locations will experience lane closures and traffic restrictions due to sewer replacement work:
– The northbound right lane of Rossville Blvd. will be closed.
– E 34th Street at Rossville Blvd. will be closed to traffic.

Market Street Bridge Closures

On Tuesday, March 18th, there will be multiple closures on the Market Street Bridge:
– The Market Street Bridge, from Aquarium Way to Frazier Ave., will be closed to vehicle traffic from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM as requested by the Chattanooga Division of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy.
– The sidewalk on the east side of the bridge will be closed from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
– Brief, intermittent closures will occur on the west sidewalk but will remain open for most of the evening.

Motorists are advised to use detours via 4th Street, Highway 27, Manufacturers Road, and Cherokee Blvd.

14th Street Neighborhood Bikeway Project – Phase 1

Starting Wednesday, March 19th and running through Friday, March 21st, the 14th Street Neighborhood Bikeway Project Phase 1 will begin between Central Avenue and S Holtzclaw Avenue. During this phase, brief intermittent closures may occur, but two-way traffic will be maintained through flaggers. Motorists are urged to exercise caution as crews work within the right of way.

2025 Paving and Resurfacing Schedule: March 17th – 21st

The City of Chattanooga’s Public Works Department has scheduled resurfacing work for N Moore Road between Brainerd Road and Shallowford Road from March 17th to 21st. This extensive work is expected to take the full week to complete due to the number of lane miles involved. Multiple lanes will be closed at various points during the project, but single lanes in each direction will remain open. Driveways and intersections may experience brief closures while the resurfacing work is done. Weather conditions may impact the timeline, and the work schedule is subject to change.

Residents and commuters are urged to plan their routes accordingly and remain aware of detours and traffic changes throughout the week.