In the aftermath of a natural disaster, it is critical to quickly assess the damage to infrastructure and begin the process of restoring it. This is especially true in Tennessee, where a number of recent tornadoes have caused significant damage to roads, bridges, and other vital infrastructure.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has been working diligently to clear debris and repair damaged roads and bridges. In addition, they have also been working with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to identify and address any potential safety hazards.
In order to ensure that all repairs are made in a timely and efficient manner, TDOT has established a number of priorities. First and foremost, they are focusing on repairing any damage that could pose a safety hazard to the public. Secondly, they are working to restore essential transportation routes that are critical for commerce and emergency response. Finally, they are working to repair damage to non-essential routes in order to minimize the disruption to the lives of Tennesseans.
The process of restoring Tennessee’s infrastructure after a natural disaster will be a long and difficult one. However, with the hard work of TDOT and the support of the federal government, it is sure to be a success.
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/research/infrastructure/structures/07048/07048.pdf
https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/2020/nasa-helps-tennessee-recover-from-tornadoes