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TDOT paving on US‑51 in Dyersburg begins; $10.4 million prime contract
Summary
State crews have begun paving a roughly 5.69‑mile segment of US‑51 through Dyersburg. The low bidder is Ford (prime contractor) with a total project cost of approximately $10.4 million; work will include daytime and nighttime operations and is scheduled for completion before Oct. 31, 2026.
The council recorded a Tennessee Department of Transportation announcement that paving work on US‑51 in Dyersburg has begun. Mayor Olden and staff said TDOT posted the project notice and that bids were opened Dec. 5, 2025; the low bidder and prime contractor is Ford. The work covers about 5.69 miles from Reagan Levee Road to near US‑412; the total project cost is listed in TDOT materials at approximately $10.4 million.
Construction activities will take place during daytime and nighttime hours, and motorists should expect intermittent lane closures. The project is scheduled for completion before Oct. 31, 2026. City staff said they will publish a map and share details on the city's social media platforms. Councilmembers expressed appreciation for the state investment and asked staff to share public information when available.
Council did not take any action beyond receiving the announcement; TDOT remains the project implementer and prime contractor.
