Weekend Work Planned for Jimmy Carter Bridge This Weekend

There may be less traffic in Norcross this week because of spring break, but delays may come back this weekend.

Drivers should expect lane closures near the I-85 bridge at Jimmy Carter Boulevard for the diverging diamond interchange (DDI) from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Friday, April 12.

According to an email from the Gwinnett Village CID, there will be no closures or traffic disruptions on the I-85 ramps, but if the work is not completed Friday, construction will continue Saturday night.

"We understand that dealing with construction delays can be frustrating and we thank you for bearing with us as we work to relieve congestion for the long term," says the email.

The DDI project was approved in early February and construction was officially underway in late March. The new interchange design uses the existing bridge more efficiently by switching traffic to the left to allow smooth left turns onto the interstate. Pedestrians also will use a new walkway in the median, according to a previous news release. Read more on the project here.

Any questions on the project or construction should be directed to the community improvement district at info@gwinnettvillage.com.

See also:

• Diverging Diamond Construction to Begin at Jimmy Carter
• Video: Diverging Diamond Interchange at Jimmy Carter Bridge

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