The City of Athens project to widen Lindsay Lane South from Strain Road East to Indian Trace Road started July 11.

The Public Works Department mailed letters about the project to residents whose driveways are located within this project area. 

City Engineer Michael Griffin said the project will widen both sides of Lindsay Lane in this area. The project is expected to take until the end of November, depending on weather.

The City’s capital infrastructure and alcohol funds are funding the $2,014,464 project. The contractor will be Rogers Group.

Link to see project outline:

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NOTE: On Sunday, Sept. 11, at 9 p.m., work will begin on Lindsay Lane between Strain Road East and Canebrake Lane. Until work is complete, Lindsay Lane will kept at one lane of traffic. Motorists should use caution when traveling through this area.