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Weekend closure on I-285 postponed due to weather
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· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway The project's completion is currently scheduled for 2028, with a significant budget allocated to it.
In southwest Atlanta , a major project to repair roadways has hit a snag. Construction on I-285 was set to involve a full closure, but this has been delayed. The reason for the postponement is weather conditions that are expected to be unfavorable.
A new date for the closure has not been announced. Despite the delay, some construction work may still take place. This project is part of a larger effort to improve the I-285 westside corridor.
Further details about the project and its timeline are available from the Georgia Department of Transportation. The project's completion is currently scheduled for 2028, with a significant budget allocated to it.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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