Drivers in Stonecrest and Decatur need to plan for changes. The Miller Road bridge over I-20 will close for eight months starting Tuesday, January 7.
What’s Happening: The Georgia Department of Transportation is shutting down the Miller Road bridge for reconstruction as part of the I-285/I-20 East Interchange project. The project aims to improve traffic flow by adding new lanes and rebuilding the interchange ramps.
Who Made it Happen: The Georgia Department of Transportation is overseeing the construction, which is expected to last through August, weather permitting.
Why It Matters: The closure is expected to cause delays for commuters in the area. Local businesses and residents will still have access to their properties, but drivers are urged to use alternate routes. The official detour includes Panola Industrial Boulevard, Panola Road, and Minola Drive.
What’s Next: Motorists should plan ahead and use the Georgia 511 app for real-time traffic updates. Crews will post signs along detour routes to guide drivers. The Georgia DOT also reminds drivers to slow down in work zones and stay alert for workers.
Remember: Construction schedules may change due to weather. Travelers are encouraged to check traffic conditions regularly and expect delays during peak hours.
For more information, visit 511ga.org or download the Georgia 511 app.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
