The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) announces the suspension of all lane closures on Georgia interstates during the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend. The suspension of lane closures will begin at 12:00 p.m. Friday, September 4, through 5:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, to offset the influence of holiday traffic and to reduce delays and increase safety for motorists. Motorists should note that some lane closures may still remain in place due to safety or emergency considerations. Georgia DOT has analyzed Labor Day travel data from 2025 and predicts the following traffic flow patterns during this year’s holiday weekend from Wednesday, September 2 to Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Major interstates outside of metro Atlanta: Historical Labor Day travel data from the 2025 holiday week has shown the following traffic trends for major interstates in and outside of the metro Atlanta area: To minimize travel delays, motorists are encouraged to use the free 511GA app to plan any trip throughout the state, get real time traffic and weather updates, or to request Highway Emergency Response Operators (HERO) or Coordinated Highway Assistance and Maintenance Program (CHAMP) roadside service. The app can be downloaded through the Apple Store or Google Play store. You can also access 511GA by calling 5-1-1 or visiting 511ga.org. Motorists travelling during the Labor Day holiday weekend are encouraged by Georgia DOT to utilize the following safety tips:
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