Tennessee Department of Transportation
John Schroer, Commissioner

Proposed Design

The proposed project from State Route 21 to Cates Landing Road will be completed in entirety and be composed of two typical cross-sections. Beginning at the intersection of State Route 78 and State Route 21 in Tiptonville and continuing for a length of 0.30± miles, the proposed typical cross-section will consist of two 12’ travel lanes, a 12’ continuous left turn lane, and 4’ shoulders with a curb and gutter closed drainage system, on a minimum 68’ right-of-way. This minimizes the impact on local businesses and historic sites located in Tiptonville.

Beginning at 0.30± miles from State Route 78 and continuing to Cates Landing Road, for a total length of 4.35±, the proposed typical cross-section will consist of two 12’ travel lanes and 10’ shoulders, on a minimum 250’ right-of-way. This section will cross the TENNKENN railroad and include a grade separation. The remaining right-of-way allows for the future addition of two 12’ lanes and a 52’ median when traffic volumes indicate the need. Existing bridges will be widened or replaced as determined by TDOT Structures Office.

View a typical cross-section by clicking here.

Alternatives considered for the project include the above Build Alternative and a No-Build Alternative.