GDOT schedules Saturday morning traffic shift on I-16 in Bibb County

The traffic change is scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 14 between mile markers 2 and 5

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –The Georgia Department of Transportation will shift eastbound traffic on Interstate 16 onto a detour bridge over Walnut Creek beginning Saturday morning, Nov. 14.

The traffic shift is scheduled to begin at 7:30 a.m. and will affect eastbound I-16 between mile markers 2 and 5 in Bibb County.

GDOT contractors will move eastbound traffic onto the detour bridge at Walnut Creek, also known as the Ocmulgee Overflow, according to the department.

Crews may need to close a lane near the work zone at times during the operation. Advance warning signs will be in place to alert drivers.

Motorists are encouraged to remain alert, slow down in the work zone and watch for workers and equipment.