Authorities in Polk County, Tennessee, are working to reduce semi-truck traffic on Highway 30. This comes in response to road closures on I-40 following Hurricane Helen and concerns from locals about safety issues.
The situation: Many truck drivers have been using Highway 30 as a detour. However, the Tennessee Department of Transportation has put up signs allowing only local delivery trucks on this route.
- Despite the signage, truck traffic continues to be a problem, and compliance has been an issue.
- Polk County Sheriff Steve Ross is collaborating with the Tennessee Highway Patrol to control traffic, especially during school hours, to prevent conflicts between trucks and school buses.
The sheriff noted that several accidents in recent weeks have heightened concerns.
Looking ahead: No permanent resolution has been put in place yet, with community leaders pushing for long-term solutions to address this issue.
The county's resolution to remove the state route has not progressed as expected, and efforts to manage the increased truck traffic remain ongoing.