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Tennessee could face $1 billion shortage for road projects by 2028
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Tori Gessner , as published by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· August 27, 2026
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Key points A potential shortage of $1 billion by 2028 is a concern, as the state's population continues to grow. State researchers have found that revenue streams for roads and bridges may not be sufficient to keep up with the growing population.
State researchers have found that revenue streams for roads and bridges may not be sufficient to keep up with the growing population. This could lead to a significant shortage in funding for road projects.
A potential shortage of $1 billion by 2028 is a concern, as the state's population continues to grow. Further details about the potential shortage and its implications are available from the source.
The growing population is putting pressure on the state's infrastructure, and the current revenue streams may not be enough to support the needed road and bridge projects.
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Published: August 27, 2026 ·
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