The road was closed last September for a pavement preservation project. Several areas require additional asphalt repair and repaving to satisfactorily complete the project. The full closure is necessary to allow safe and logistical movement of trucks and paving equipment along the narrow, one-way road. Crews will be working during nighttime and daytime hours.
The Cades Cove Loop Road is one of the most popular roadways in the park and is used by more than two million visitors per year. This work will maintain the heavily used road in good condition and extend the service life of the asphalt surface.
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