Road work on Interstate 40 Westbound in Roane at Mile Marker 357 is causing significant traffic congestion. The scheduled maintenance involves blocking the left lane of the two-lane westbound section and the left shoulder, leading to reduced roadway capacity and subsequent delays in the area.

Additionally, resurfacing efforts on I-40 eastbound and westbound near mile marker 356 have been ongoing since May 28, 2025, with nightly lane closures from 7 PM to 6 AM, expected to continue through July 31, 2025.

These closures affect the right lane and shoulder in both directions between mile markers 356 and 363.