All lanes of I-285 to close between South Atlanta Road and South Cobb Drive

285 Interstate Closure October 16-19, 2026

SMYRNA, GA — Drivers traveling along the westside Perimeter should prepare for a full closure of Interstate 285 from October 16-19 as roadwork continues on the I-285 Westside Rebuild project.

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), all lanes of I-285 between South Atlanta Road and South Cobb Drive will be closed beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, October 16, weather permitting.

The closure is expected to remain in effect through 5 a.m. Monday, October 19.

During that time, all traffic will be detoured around the construction area.

The weekend shutdown is part of the ongoing I-285 Westside Rebuild project, which is scheduled for completion in 2029.

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