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Middle TN highway closed due to large gas main leak, EMA says
By Caleb Wethington at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
GREENBRIER, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Robertson County Emergency Management Agency reports that Highway 41 South is closed due to a large gas main leak near Daughton Drive on Tuesday afternoon.Crews from the gas department and other first-responding agencies are on the scene.
Traffic is being diverted t...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - The Robertson County Emergency Management Agency reports that Highway 41 South is closed due to a large gas main leak near Daughton Drive on Tuesday afternoon.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The closure of Highway 41 South due to a large gas main leak near Daughton Drive in Greenbrier is a significant disruption to the daily commute of many residents in Robertson County and surrounding areas. With traffic being diverted to Old Greenbrier Pike, local drivers can expect increased congestion on alternate routes, potentially affecting travel times to and from work, school, and other destinations. The Robertson County Emergency Management Agency's warning to avoid the area is a prudent measure to ensure public safety, given the potential risks associated with a gas main leak. As crews work to repair the leak, residents should be prepared for ongoing traffic disruptions and plan their routes accordingly. The incident also underscores the need for regular maintenance and inspection of gas infrastructure to prevent such incidents in the future, particularly in areas with high traffic volume like Highway 41 South.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? GREENBRIER, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Robertson County Emergency Management Agency reports that Highway 41 South is closed due to a large gas main leak near Daughton Drive on Tuesday afternoon.Crews from the gas department and other first-responding agencies are on the scene.
Traffic is being diverted t...
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