The Smoky Mountain Hiking Blog: Single-Lane Closures on the Spur

The Great Smoky Mountains announced that there will be single-lane closures in effect from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, each week (the park did not specify when this schedule will begin or end).

The park implements temporary single-lane closures along the most heavily-trafficked park roads for roadside work conducted on foot including litter patrol, tree removal, string trimming, mowing, shoulder reconditioning, and culvert cleaning. These temporary closures better ensure the safety of workers along winding roadways with high traffic volumes. The roadways will remain open during these times, but motorists should anticipate traffic delays and are asked to reduce speeds and use extra caution.

For more information about road closures, please follow SmokiesRoadsNPS on twitter or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/temproadclose.htm.