Downtown Knoxville – Straight Ahead… Really!

Beginning on May 1, 2008, a short section of Interstate 40 between James White Parkway (exit 388A) and Hall of Fame Drive (exit 389) will be closed for reconstruction. But getting downtown is just as easy as it’s always been. Use the information on this page to plan your next trip downtown with turn by turn directions, maps, and links to more information about the SmartFix 40 road construction project.

Getting Downtown on Interstate 40

• Traveling from the East: Motorists can use I-40 westbound, then take Hall of Fame Drive (exit 389) to access downtown and UT. Another option is Magnolia Avenue (US 11).
• Traveling from the West: James White Parkway (exit 388A) will be open; however, other options are Alcoa Highway (exit 386B), 17th Street (exit 387) and Henley Street (exit 388).

Accessing I-40 from Downtown

Both I-40 east and westbound will be accessible from James White Parkway during the 14-month closure. A temporary ramp will be constructed from James White Parkway to I-40 westbound. James White Parkway to I-40 eastbound is currently and will remain open to traffic.

Maps

Closure Map Detailed Project Map

Helpful Links

Department of Transportation
SmartFix 40 Frequently Asked Questions
TDOT SmartFix Construction Cameras
TDOT SmartWay Traffic Cameras
Knoxville News Sentinel SmartFix Blog
WATE-TV Street Wise
WBIR-TV SmartFix 40 Questions
Skywatch Traffic