Covington County approves multiple rural road vacations; Sassy Lane left open after resident concerns

Feb 24, 2026

County commissioners approved several road closures after public hearings — including sections of Lloyd Mill and Tobacco roads and unnamed county roads — but deferred or declined to close a county-maintained portion of Sassy Lane after residents and commissioners raised concerns about access, water lines and emergency services.

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Covington County Commissioners approved vacating several rural road segments on Feb. 24 after public hearings but stopped short of closing a county-maintained portion of Sassy Lane following residents’ objections.

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