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Road remains closed for overturned semi in Macon County
By Tony Garcia at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
HARTSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A rollover crash on Tuesday afternoon is still affecting road access in Macon County on Wednesday morning.The Macon County Sheriff’s Office reported that a driver of a tractor-trailer lost control and rolled over on Green Grove Road/Highway 141 at about 5:45 p.m. on Tue...
Key takeaway The Macon County Sheriff’s Office reported that a driver of a tractor-trailer lost control and rolled over on Green Grove Road/Highway 141 at about 5:45 p.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The closure of Green Grove Road and Pleasant Valley Road in Macon County due to the overturned semi is a significant disruption for local commuters and businesses. As the roads are expected to reopen around 10 a.m., residents who rely on these routes for their daily travel will need to plan for alternative paths, at least for the morning. This incident also underscores the importance of TDOT's and the Macon County Sheriff's Office's coordination in managing the cleanup and road closure. The swift response and estimate for reopening demonstrate a focus on minimizing the impact on the community. As the area reopens, it will be worth monitoring whether any additional safety measures are considered for Green Grove Road, given the severity of the rollover crash and its effects on local traffic.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? HARTSVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A rollover crash on Tuesday afternoon is still affecting road access in Macon County on Wednesday morning.The Macon County Sheriff’s Office reported that a driver of a tractor-trailer lost control and rolled over on Green Grove Road/Highway 141 at about 5:45 p.m. on Tue...
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