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Photo of Bethlehem Road overpass with custom road sign overlay (Google Maps photo / Signmaker sign)
Locust Grove

Henry County approves contribution for new I-75 interchange

June 2, 2021 Clayton

Henry County commissioners have approved an agreement with Georgia DOT to build a new interchange. The board approved the item during its June 2 meeting. […]

Concept layout for state route 81 widening project near Lake Dow Road. Photo shows a future four-lane roadway with a divided center median. (Georgia DOT photo)
Major Projects

Georgia DOT responds to SR 81 widening project comments

June 1, 2021 Clayton

In late 2020, Georgia DOT held an open house for the widening of state route 81. The project runs three miles between Postmaster Drive and […]

Aerial photo of state route 155 at King Mill Road (BHGRE Commercial Metro Brokers photo)
Major Projects

Eight major projects in pre-construction stages

April 2, 2021 Clayton

Georgia DOT’s annual report to the Georgia General Assembly lists ongoing projects throughout the state. The report includes any state project with total estimated costs […]

Photo of I-75 Commercial Vehicle Lanes Concept at the intermediate access point north of the Monroe County Weigh Station (Georgia DOT photo)
Major Projects

Georgia DOT responds to I-75 Truck Lanes comments

February 22, 2021 Clayton

Georgia DOT held a virtual open house in late 2020 offering the public its first look at the proposed I-75 Commercial Vehicle Lanes project. Now, […]

Photo of Bethlehem Road overpass with custom road sign overlay (Google Maps photo / Signmaker sign)
Locust Grove

Georgia DOT planning 2024 start for Bethlehem Road interchange

February 3, 2021 Clayton

In an update to Henry County on February 2, Georgia DOT leadership shared with the county a new timeline for the Bethlehem Road interchange. The […]

Photo of Bethlehem Road overpass with custom road sign overlay (Google Maps photo / Signmaker sign)
Major Projects

Henry County to consider MOU for Bethlehem Road

January 25, 2021 Clayton

Henry County will consider a memorandum of understanding with Georgia DOT for the proposed Bethlehem Road interchange. GDOT prepared the draft MOU following a joint […]

Photo of Jodeco Road with four lanes and a center median (Henry County photo)
Atlanta Regional Commission

No new projects receive federal funds from ARC

January 15, 2021 Clayton

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) released the remainder of the 2019 TIP Project Solicitation recommendations on January 14. The Henry County projects chosen to receive […]

Aerial photo looking east at SR 81 and Heritage Park (staff photo)
Atlanta Regional Commission

$7 million each for SR 81, Rock Quarry Road

January 14, 2021 Clayton

The Atlanta Regional Commission has shared the results of the 2019 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Project Solicitation. The TIP Project Solicitation is a competitive selection […]

Concept photo of the truck lanes with text “FAQ: why are the truck lanes ending south of McDonough?” (special photo)
Major Projects

Truck lanes planned to terminate south of McDonough

December 2, 2020 Clayton

The Georgia Department of Transportation held a virtual presentation and Q&A session about the I-75 Commercial Vehicle Lanes project on Wednesday, December 2. Following the […]

Photo of bridge on Rock Quarry Road over the railroad (staff photo)
Major Projects

Board adopts Rock Quarry Road widening agreement

December 1, 2020 Clayton

Right of way acquisition for the widening of Rock Quarry Road can now proceed forward after Henry County adopted an agreement with Georgia DOT during […]

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Latest Updates

  • Map shows the streets for road resurfacing by Henry County in 2025 (Google MyMaps map).
    Henry County Approved its 2nd Major Resurfacing Contract of 2025
    June 4, 2025
  • Map shows the Henry Parkway at Henry Parkway Connector intersection and vicinity in McDonough (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
    New Roundabout Approved for Construction in McDonough
    June 3, 2025
  • Map shows the location of county and city offices across Henry County, with the text “Meetings This Week” in a speech bubble (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
    Upcoming Meetings the Week of June 2, 2025
    June 1, 2025
  • Image shows an architectural concept for The Villages at Ola retail space (Jefferson Architecture photo).
    Retail Space and Senior Subdivision Approved for North Ola Road
    May 29, 2025
  • Photo collage shows the Henry County legislative delegation for 2025-2026 (Georgia Assembly official photos, The Henry Reporter collage).
    Henry County Legislators to Host Town Halls on May 27 and 29
    May 23, 2025

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  • Aerial photo shows the Bridges Road at Willow Lane roundabout in McDonough (Henry County photo).

    The Latest Updates on Henry County Road Projects May 2025

    May 12, 2025
    Over two billion dollars are budgeted for transportation projects in Henry County by 2030. This represents a combination of federal, state and local dollars being [...]
  • Aerial photo of a moderately-sized subdivision (Adobe Stock photo).

    Henry County Extends Moratorium on New Residential Requests

    April 18, 2025
    Henry County has voted to extend its residential moratorium for six months until October 2025 on new residential rezoning requests. Any requests already submitted may [...]

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