I-24 semi crash blocks eastbound lanes — drivers seek alternative route

Semi-truck crash shuts down I-24 eastbound lanes

A semi-truck crash has shut down all eastbound lanes of I-24 near mile marker 84 in Clarksville, Tennessee. The crash occurred around 10:30 a.m. CT on Tuesday, August 16, 2023. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation, the crash involved a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle. The semi-truck overturned, spilling its load of paper products across the roadway. No injuries have been reported.

Traffic backed up for miles

The crash has caused significant traffic delays in the area. Traffic is backed up for several miles in both directions. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is working to clear the scene and reopen the roadway as soon as possible.

Drivers seek alternative routes

Drivers are being advised to seek alternative routes around the crash scene. Several alternate routes are available, including:

• Take I-24 westbound to Exit 110 (Sango Road). Turn right onto Sango Road and follow it to Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Turn left onto Wilma Rudolph Boulevard and follow it to I-24 eastbound.
• Take I-24 westbound to Exit 104 (Exit 1). Turn right onto Exit 1 and follow it to Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Turn left onto Wilma Rudolph Boulevard and follow it to I-24 eastbound.
• Take I-24 westbound to Exit 95 (Exit 9). Turn right onto Exit 9 and follow it to US-79 North. Take US-79 North to Exit 10 (Wilma Rudolph Boulevard). Turn left onto Wilma Rudolph Boulevard and follow it to I-24 eastbound.

Drivers are also advised to check the Tennessee Department of Transportation website for updates on the crash and road closures.