I-285 Widening Project Causes Major Delays; GDOT Offers Alternate Route Guidance

ATLANTA — Commuters on the northwest side of metro Atlanta are experiencing significant delays due to the ongoing widening of I-285 between I-85 and I-75, with the Georgia Department of Transportation reporting backups of up to 45 minutes during peak hours.

The $1.4 billion project, which will add two express lanes in each direction along a 10-mile stretch of I-285, is currently in its most disruptive phase, with lane closures reducing the highway to two lanes in each direction during construction.

"We understand this is causing significant inconvenience, and we apologize to commuters," said GDOT project manager Sarah Chen.

GDOT is recommending alternate routes including US-41 (Cobb Parkway) and GA-120 (Marietta Highway). Commuters are also encouraged to consider adjusting their travel times to avoid the worst congestion.