Traffic Advisory: Emergency Lane Closures on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW Due to Sewer Lateral Work

CONTACT:
Office of Communications & Community Relations
Phone: 404-546-3200
Email: dwmmediainquiries@atlantaga.gov 

For Immediate Release
April 30, 2026

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

Emergency Lane Closures on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW Due to Sewer Lateral Work

 

 

 

Location: 3561 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW between Fairburn Road SW and Howell Drive SW 

Date & Duration: Thursday, April 30, through Saturday, May 2, 2026. Work hours will be from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. 

Details: Crews will be performing sewer lateral repair work, resulting in the closure of two westbound lanes. 

Traffic Control: Traffic control measures and signs are in place to guide motorists around the work zone. Residents and businesses within the work zone will continue to have access to their homes, mail, and package delivery, emergency services, and trash pick-up. Motorists are urged to use caution and avoid the area if possible. 

 

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