Atlanta Gas Light will close Stowers Road between Old Dahlonega Highway and Thompson Bridge Road on Thursday and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to install a new natural gas pipeline under the roadway. Earlier this fall, road closures were required in Lumpkin and Dawson counties to accomodate construction there.
Hall County public safety officials will be at the intersection of Stowers Road and Dahlonega Highway and at the intersection of Stowers Road and Thompson Bridge Road to help direct drivers around the closure.
Eastbound detour options include:
· Thompson Bridge Road to Rufus Bryant Road to Old Dahlonega Highway
· Thompson Bridge Road to Old Dahlonega Highway
Westbound detour options include:
· Old Dahlonega Highway to Rufus Bryant Road to Thompson Bridge Road
· Old Dahlonega Highway to Thompson Bridge Road
County officials note that weather could affect the timing of the road closure, which could be extended if necessary.
For more information about the pipeline project, visit Atlanta Gas Light online or call 404-584-3186.