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Council splits over phasing and scope for Rock Springs Road intersection work

Smyrna Town Council · January 8, 2026
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Summary

Engineers proposed focusing design funds on the Rock Springs/Old Nashville intersection and deferring a longer phase that would require substantial right-of-way and utility relocation; some council members warned delaying the northern phase increases long-term costs and traffic congestion, while staff said concentrating on the intersection accelerates delivery of the most critical improvements.

Gresham Smith and town staff brought an amendment to refine design and right-of-way work for the Rock Springs/Old Nashville project. Charles, the project lead, explained that phase 1 will concentrate on the intersection improvements from Needham Drive to Austin Lee Drive and that an optional phase 2 north to Cedar Grove Road was being deferred to keep right-of-way and utility…

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