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Major construction at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will close all outer lanes on the upper level of the South Terminal, affecting traffic this weekend. Travelers are advised to plan for potential delays as construction is part of a larger airport improvement initiative. The inner lanes will remain open, but commuters should expect increased congestion and take note of shuttle service changes. Additionally, nearby transportation upgrades and road resurfacing will contribute to traffic disruptions in the area.
Atlanta – This weekend, major construction at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will result in the closure of all outer lanes on the upper level of the South Terminal. The work will commence at 10 p.m. on Friday and will continue until 5 a.m. on Monday, affecting traffic flow for several days.
The construction project is part of a larger initiative involving billions of dollars in ongoing improvements and upgrades at the airport. While the construction aims to enhance facilities and services, it has raised concerns among travelers regarding congestion and potential delays. Some passengers have expressed their frustration over anticipated traffic backups, stating that they have already observed increased congestion in the area.
Despite the inconvenience caused by the closure of the outer lanes, it is important to note that the inner lanes and lower levels of the South Terminal will remain open and accessible during this period. Travelers utilizing the ParkATL shuttle service should pay particular attention to adjusted pick-up and drop-off locations. Pick-up will take place at the lower level outside Door LS2, while drop-off will occur at the North Terminal outside Door LN1.
In addition to the airport construction, MARTA’s Garnett Station rail service will experience a temporary closure for upgrades from Saturday until October 26. Commuters relying on this transportation option should prepare for alternative arrangements during the closure period.
Further impacting local traffic, the City of Atlanta is set to begin a multi-million dollar road resurfacing project. Night-time paving is scheduled to start on Perry Boulevard and West Marietta Street as of September 15, which may contribute to traffic disruptions in the vicinity.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has taken steps to ease weekend traffic congestion, temporarily halting construction work on the I-75/I-85 Downtown Connector. This decision was made with the intent to ensure smoother travel for attendees of the Georgia Tech game against Clemson, also occurring this weekend.
Travelers flying in and out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are advised to allow for extra time when arriving at the airport. With likely delays stemming from the ongoing construction, it is recommended that passengers plan ahead to minimize disruptions to their travel schedules.
Overall, the combination of the airport’s construction, public transportation upgrades, and road resurfacing projects highlights the ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure in the Atlanta area. However, these enhancements also underscore the need for travelers to stay informed and prepared for potential delays in transportation.
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- Atlanta News First: Construction Impacting Traffic at Atlanta Airport
- WSB TV: Airport’s South Terminal Lane Closures
- Fox 5 Atlanta: South Terminal Construction Traffic Updates
- Simple Flying: Ed Bastian on Second Atlanta Airport
- Wikipedia: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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