Event Brief
UPDATED Sep 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
Sep 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Lon Mee Bridge to stay open with one-lane traffic
By The BriefBrief
Officials say the Lon Mee Bridge over the Emory River will remain open to motorists while construction continues, despite earlier city concerns and a push for closure. After the Harriman City Council meeting Tuesday night and talks with Mayor Wayne Best, TDOT clarified it will keep the bridge operating with one-lane traffic.
WHO: Dudley Evans (BBB Communications); TDOT; Mayor Wayne Best; Harriman City Council officials
WHAT: Lon Mee Bridge over the Emory River will remain open during ongoing construction, with one-lane (one-mux) traffic maintained.
WHEN: Reported Sep 2, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET
WHERE: Harriman, Tennessee
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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