Closure begins May 6 and will remain in place through 2027
NEWTON COUNTY, Miss. (WTOK) – Both directions of Norman Rd. at U.S. 80 in Newton County will close beginning Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said the closure will remain in place through 2027.
The closure is part of a project that replaces several bridges on U.S. 80 in Newton and Lauderdale County.
Traffic control and detour signage will be in place. Drivers should slow down and be on high alert for posted signage and road crews for the length of the project.
