The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking public input on the Interstate 285 Top End Express Lanes Project. In the coming weeks, GDOT will host public hearing open houses starting July 8 to gather feedback and inform the community.
Interstate 285’s northern segment is one of the busiest highways in the U.S., plagued by heavy traffic and frequent congestion. In response, GDOT plans to add two barrier-separated express lanes in both directions on I-285 in Cobb, Fulton, and DeKalb counties. This initiative aims to enhance mobility, offer more reliable travel times, and improve transit operations.
The express lanes will extend between South Atlanta Road and Henderson Road on I-285, and along state Route 400 from south of the Glenridge Connector to near the North Springs Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority Station. These optional lanes will employ market-based pricing that adjusts in real-time to reflect traffic conditions, and a Peach Pass will be necessary for usage.
Updated concept layouts, design features, environmental impact findings, and a proposed mitigation plan will be available at the four public meetings, where officials will be present to answer questions. However, no formal presentations are scheduled. The public hearing schedule is as follows:
- Doraville: 4 to 7 p.m. on July 8 at Spring Hall Event Center
- Smyrna: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 10 at Campbell Middle School
- Dunwoody: 4 to 7 p.m. on July 16 at Dunwoody City Hall
- Sandy Springs: 4 to 7 p.m. on July 18 at City Springs
There will also be virtual sessions for those unable to attend in person:
- July 9: 5 to 7 p.m.
- July 17: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The virtual events will feature presentations from the project team and a Q&A session, with recordings available online after the sessions.
Feedback can be provided online, emailed to [email protected], or communicated by phone at 404-978-7490. For further details, visit the project website.
Source: Land Line
