FROM THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that there is an update to the CSX railroad closure in Macon County, outside of Tallassee.
The closure will now begin on Tuesday, April 11, at approximately 7 a.m., weather permitting, and is expected to be complete by the end of the day Wednesday, April 12. All work is weather related and could be delayed if needed.
The closure was originally scheduled for Thursday and Friday of this week.
Due to the nature of the work, the crossing will be closed until work is complete.
A signed detour will be in place while the crossing is closed, and motorists should plan accordingly for delays.
Detour:
Motorists intending to travel on Ala. Hwy 229 North will need to travel on I-85 North to exit 32 and use Ala. Hwy 49 North, to Ala. Hwy 14 West, back onto Ala. Hwy 229.
Motorists intending to travel on Ala. Hwy 229 South will need to travel to Ala. Hwy 14 East and use Ala. Hwy 49 South, to I-85 South to exit 26, back onto Ala. Hwy 229.
