Tennessee Department of Transportation

As we look ahead to a new year, consider how small, simple actions can create a cleaner, more beautiful Tennessee. From reducing single-use plastics to organizing local cleanups, every effort counts in the fight against litter. Check out these five easy resolutions that can make a big difference for our state: https://lnkd.in/eQ5gZxce

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is excited to announce its new ferry boat, “The Summitt,” now in service connecting Benton and Houston Counties. Aptly named after legendary Lady Vols basketball coach and Tennessean Pat Summitt, it pushes the barge, “The Volunteer,” across the Tennessee River providing essential ferry service. Local, state, and federal officials joined Deputy Governor & TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley on Friday, December 13th, for a christening ceremony of the new ferry boat. Special guests included Morgan Vance from the Summitt Foundation, UT Knoxville Athletics Director (1983-2012) Joan Cronan, and the Henry County High School Madrigals

Deputy Governor/TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley was excited to celebrate the opening of SR 76 in Carroll County today with an official ribbon cutting. The project widened parts of SR 76 from a two-lane road to a divided four-lane highway, and was completed 7 months early! We’re proud of the hard work done to make this happen!

Thank you to the Chapel Elementary ‘Girls on the Run’ team for the thoughtful ornament they sent to TDOT. It now hangs on the Christmas tree at the Tennessee State Capitol. As part of their Community Impact Project, they sent ornaments to groups participating in the Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in East Tennessee. While we don’t do the work for a ‘thank you,’ it is always nice to hear. We are committed to East Tennessee, and we are looking forward to the major progress coming in 2025. 

This November, Tennesseans came together to make a powerful impact during No Trash November. Thanks to the dedication of individuals, businesses and community groups, 69,776 pounds of litter were collected across the state! This incredible effort showcases what we can achieve when we work together to protect Tennessee’s beauty. Let’s keep the momentum going as we strive to ensure Nobody Trashes Tennessee year-round. Learn more about ways to get involved here: https://lnkd.in/eqA6FkeS

We need YOUR input on the future of transportation in Tennessee! Help us understand what you want to see over the next 25 years by taking our Long-Range Transportation Plan survey! Take the Survey: https://lnkd.in/ewNiktAf

Several of our leaders were honored to speak today at the P3 Government Conference in Washington, D.C. TDOT Chief of Staff Steve Townsend and TDOT Assistant Chief Engineer Bryan Ledford spoke about our progress on the I-24 Choice Lanes project in Middle Tennessee.

We’re hiring Senior Transportation Engineers in Madison County! Applications will be accepted through December 23. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/eq_cZ-WQ

Deputy Governor/TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley was honored to speak yesterday in front of the Greater Memphis Chamber Chairman's Circle about the upcoming America’s River Crossing project. We’re so excited to bring a new I-55 bridge to the region and improve connectivity and economic growth for area.

We’re hiring Transportation Engineers in Madison County! Applications will be accepted through December 23. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/e8NGZ3-W