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Another I-285 closure planned for this weekend as massive construction project resumes
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· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway The Georgia Department of Transportation is overseeing the work, which will affect a section on Atlanta's westside.
Traffic disruptions are expected on I-285 this weekend due to construction. The project aims to repair or replace concrete sections. The Georgia Department of Transportation is overseeing the work, which will affect a section on Atlanta 's westside.
Closures are scheduled to last from Friday evening to Monday morning, depending on the weather. Further details about the detour route and construction plans are available from the Georgia Department of Transportation. The project is part of a long-term effort that will continue until 2028, with additional closures likely in the future.
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Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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