Georgia Department of Transportation

03/24/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/24/2026 12:31

Henry County SR 20 Roundabout Project in the areas of McGarity Rd. and Lawrenceville Street.

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Contact: Gina Snider 706.646.7532
District Three Communications

Henry County...
Lane Closures for State Route 20 to begin this week

Lane closures will begin this week on SR 20, McGarity Road, and Lawrenceville Street for a roundabout project. Expect closures from 9 AM to 4:30 PM on Thursday, March 26th. The first phase involves utilities work. This is in the area of McGarity Rd. and Tomlinson Street.

Plan your routes accordingly to avoid delays.

About Roundabouts:

The modern roundabout is characterized by the following basic principles:

  • Generally circular shape with counterclockwise traffic flow
  • Yield-at-Entry - Vehicles approaching the roundabout must wait for a gap in the circulating flow, or yield, before entering the circle
  • Slow speed environment - Through geometric curvature and deflection, the traffic is directed or channeled to the right with a curved entry path into the circulatory roadway
  • It can be more than one circulating lane
  • In some cases, right turns can bypass the circulating roadway
  • Safely accommodates cyclists and pedestrians by providing a low-speed environment
Roundabout Intersections - GDOT

Advisory: 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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