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February 19, 2026

First Avenue Closed at Railroad Crossing in Summerville Today for Maintenance

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The City of Summerville has been notified that First Avenue will be closed at the railroad crossing again today, Thursday, February 19, 2026, due to maintenance work.

City officials are asking drivers to use an alternate route during the closure and to allow extra travel time if you normally pass through that area.

February 17, 2026

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Traffic Advisory: Lane Reduction Scheduled on Rome Boulevard at Railroad Tracks in Summerville

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Motorists traveling through Summerville should prepare for delays beginning Tuesday morning as road work impacts a major route inside the city limits. Officials say traffic on Rome Boulevard/Highway 27 at the railroad tracks will be reduced to one lane starting February 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

An estimated time for full reopening has not been announced. Drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes, expect delays, and use caution while traveling through the work zone.

The advisory was issued by Pamela M. Vaughn, Director of the Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency, Mapping and Addressing, Deputy Director of Chattooga County E-911, and Chattooga County Safety Coordinator.