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I-285 closure underway on Atlanta’s westside
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Justin Berger , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 15, 2026
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Key takeaway The project's timeline is expected to be shorter due to the chosen construction method.
Work on a major highway project is underway. Crews are making repairs to a portion of the road. This is part of a larger effort to improve the highway over the next few years.
The work involves fixing the road surface and replacing damaged sections. The project's timeline is expected to be shorter due to the chosen construction method. This approach involves closing the road completely on weekends.
Further information about the project and its impact on traffic is available from the Georgia Department of Transportation. The current closure is scheduled to end on Monday morning.
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Published: August 15, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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