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State DOT camera showing congestion on I-75 North at State Route 155 in McDonough.
Major Projects

America’s Traffic Congestion: I-75 in McDonough was 12th-worst in ’24

February 23, 2025 Clayton

I-75 in McDonough had the 12th-worst freight traffic congestion in America in 2024. That’s according to the American Transportation Research Institute which compiles and publishes […]

Photo showing March 2023 concept layout for the I-75 interchange at Bethlehem Road (Georgia DOT photo).
Major Projects

GDOT Begins the Procurement Process for Bethlehem Road Exit

February 6, 2025 Clayton

Georgia DOT has officially started the procurement process for the I-75 at Bethlehem Road exit. The state plans to hire a contractor by the end […]

Map shows TIP amendment 3 projects in Henry County (Clayton Carte / The Henry Reporter map created with Datawrapper).
Atlanta Regional Commission

TIP Amendment has $600 Million for Henry County

January 22, 2025 Clayton

A proposed amendment to the Atlanta transportation improvement program (TIP) incorporates about $600 million in new funding for Henry County transportation projects. This includes not […]

Aerial photo of I-75 in McDonough (photo credit Kenjie Photography)
Major Projects

New I-75 Project Is The Most Expensive in Henry County

August 24, 2024 Clayton

Last month, MHF News broke the news that Georgia DOT was committing to major upgrades on I-75 in Henry County. Now, we have more details […]

Photo shows I-75 North at the Express Lanes Entrance Ahead sign in McDonough, Henry County (AARoads photo).
Major Projects

State DOT Commits Funding to Upgrade I-75 in Henry County

July 18, 2024 Clayton

A top concern among Henry County residents — the daily traffic congestion on I-75 — is receiving some attention from state leaders. Georgia DOT has […]

Photo shows I-75 South at the split with I-85 South in Atlanta (AARoads photo).
Major Projects

Georgia DOT Approved a $43.4M Resurfacing Contract for I-75

June 17, 2024 Clayton

A major resurfacing contract will result in overnight work for a key section of Interstate 75 during the remainder of 2024 and into next year. […]

Photo showing March 2023 concept layout for the I-75 interchange at Bethlehem Road (Georgia DOT photo).
Atlanta Regional Commission

TIP Amendment has Dollars for I-75 Truck Lanes & Bethlehem Exit

April 8, 2024 Clayton

The Atlanta Regional Commission is considering an amendment to the transportation improvement program (TIP). The TIP amendment 1 has increased funds for the I-75 truck […]

Photo of big green sign on I-75 northbound at Walt Stephens Road bridge (Trucks.com photo/Brian Hadden)
General

Freight Gridlock: Henry County in the Top 100 Traffic Hotspots

February 15, 2024 Clayton

Interstate 75 in Henry County remains one of the worst spots for truck congestion, according to the 2024 rankings. The location is the nation’s 16th-worst freight bottleneck, an improvement from last year. McDonough ranked 13th-worst in 2023. […]

State DOT camera showing congestion on I-75 North at State Route 155 in McDonough.
Major Projects

A Look at the I-75 Truck Lanes Study Results

August 3, 2023 Clayton

Last fall, Henry County solicited a study to answer the question: ”Is state route 155 the appropriate end point for the I-75 Truck Lanes?” Many […]

State DOT camera showing congestion on I-75 North at State Route 155 in McDonough.
Announcements

How Would You Solve Atlanta Traffic? Survey Out Now.

May 5, 2023 Clayton

How would you solve Atlanta traffic? Build an outer perimeter or other new highways? Widen existing roads? Expand transit options? The Atlanta Regional Commission has […]

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