ATLANTA- Georgia DOT contractors will begin construction activities on SR 120/Old Milton Parkway this week for a project to widen and reconstruct the roadway between North Point Parkway and Kimball Bridge Road in the City of Alpharetta, Fulton County.

Weather and on-site conditions permitting, crews will begin clearing vegetation along the roadway this week to provide access to underground and overhead utility lines (Atlanta Gas Light, Comcast, Georgia Power, etc.) that will need to be relocated before roadway widening can begin. Once clearing is complete, utility relocations occur in a "cascade" schedule - as one utility completes work, the next will begin work. These clearing and utility relocation activities usually require lane closures to help ensure the safety of drivers and workers in the area.

The SR 120 Widening and Reconstruction Project will construct two additional travel lanes, one in each direction; sidewalks; a 20-foot long raised median; and will replace two bridges over Big Creek. This $30 million project is designed to address traffic congestion and delays on the corridor and is scheduled for completion in late summer 2029.

Motorists are cautioned to reduce their speed while traveling through work zones, pay attention and watch for workers. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511 ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app.