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02/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/17/2026 12:33

Butts County: Detour on State Route 16 at England Chapel Rd/ High Falls

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Contact: Gina Snider 706.741.3439
District Three Communications
Construction of a roundabout on State Route 16 at England Chapel Road / High Falls Road
Beginning March 27th, 2026

The proposed road closure at the intersection of SR 16 at England Chapel/High Falls Rd. What: Shifting traffic into a circular pattern.

Location: Intersection of SR 16 at England Chapel/High Falls Rd.

Why: To build a center apron and concrete islands for the roundabout.

When: March 27th, 2026

Shift Details: Traffic at the intersection of SR 16 and England Chapel/High Falls Road will now be in a roundabout pattern for Stage 3 of the project.

Detour Route: Northbound traffic on England Chapel Road will head East on SR 16 and turn left onto Shiloh Road. Northbound Traffic on Shiloh Road will ride and turn left onto Walt Banks Road. Northbound Traffic will then utilize Walt Banks Road to get back on England Chapel Road to continue North. Southbound traffic on England Chapel Road will turn left onto Walt Banks Road. Southbound traffic will then turn right on Shiloh Road. Southbound traffic will then continue and turn right onto SR 16. Southbound traffic will utilize SR 16 to get back to the South side of England Chapel Rd.

ADVISORY: Dates may change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are advised to expect delays, exercise caution, and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app.


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