If you’re planning a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll want to be aware of some upcoming routine road maintenance. The National Park Service has announced that work will be carried out along the Spur, a popular route that connects Pigeon Forge to Gatlinburg. This maintenance is essential to ensure the continued safety and accessibility of the park’s roads.
The work is expected to cause some disruption, with single-lane closures being the primary impact. These closures will be in effect for both the north and southbound lanes. However, the National Park Service has considered the potential impact on visitors and has therefore scheduled the work to take place outside of peak visiting hours. This means that the majority of the work will be carried out overnight, from Sunday through Thursday.
Visitors should also note that while the maintenance work is ongoing, the speed limit in the affected area will be reduced to ensure the safety of both the workers and the road users. The National Park Service thanks visitors for their patience during this time and reassures them that the work is necessary to maintain the high standard of the park’s infrastructure. So, if you’re heading to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, make sure to plan your journey accordingly and stay safe on the roads.