The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces an upcoming traffic detour associated with construction of the Sardis Road Connector Project (PI# 0003626)in Hall County.

The Sardis Road Connector is a major infrastructure project involving the widening and reconstruction of several existing local roads, along with portions of new roadway on a new alignment. The project begins at the Sardis Road and Chestatee Road intersection and extends north approximately 3.55 miles to SR 60 near Mt. Vernon Road. Once complete, the new connector will provide an important link between SR 53 to the south and SR 60 to the north, improving mobility and regional connectivity.

The new roadway will consist of a four-lane divided roadway with two lanes in each direction, separated by a 20-foot raised curb and gutter median. Sidewalks will also be constructed on both sides to enhance pedestrian access and safety.

Detour Details

Beginning Monday, March 9, 2026, at approximately 9 a.m., contractor E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. will close Fran Mar Drive South to allow construction of a new intersection with the Sardis Road Connector.

Traffic will be detoured along the same route as Fran Mar Drive North and Brackett Drive. The detour will remain in place for the duration of construction or until the new intersection configuration is completed.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, expect delays, and use caution while traveling in the area. Please see the attached detour maps on Georgia DOT Northeast Facebook for further details.

All work is weather permitting.

GDOT appreciates the public’s patience as this project progresses and works to improve safety, connectivity, and transportation efficiency in Hall County.