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05/08/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/08/2026 11:50

Great Smoky Mountains National Park to conduct Spur maintenance beginning May 11

Date:
May 8, 2026
Contact: Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will complete essential maintenance along the Spur starting May 11. This will require temporary single-lane closures to allow park staff to safely and efficiently complete this work.

Northbound lane closures are scheduled from May 11 through May 14, and southbound lane closures are scheduled May 18 through May 21. The closures will take place from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Visitors traveling during these times may experience traffic delays.

During this time, crews will complete needed roadside work including mowing and pruning, ditch and culvert cleaning, litter pick-up and removal of tree and rock debris.

Check the park website for up-to-date information on road closures and construction.

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