Project Update

March 22, 2013 - Following a second public meeting on March 21, KUB and its contractor, Charles Blalock and Sons, are currently mobilizing and finalizing preparations to begin construction on the Lyons View Pike multiple utility upgrade project in mid-April. The closure of Lyons View Pike to through traffic will coincide with the start of construction, and will remain in effect until the scheduled project completion date in November 2013.

See the attached information sheet for the updated project information.

Second Public Meeting for Lyons View Pike Project

What: Public meeting regarding the Lyons View Pike multiple utility construction project

Where: Bearden Elementary School Gymnasium, 5717 Kingston Pike

When: Thursday, March 21, at 6 p.m.

Who: Representatives from KUB's Engineering and Customer Support departments, prospective
contractor, and City of Knoxville Engineering

Project Update

March 1, 2013 - KUB has issued bids for the project, and will select a contractor by mid March. Additionally, KUB’s utility locating contractor, USIC Locating Services, is scheduled to be working along Lyons View Pike over the next several days (weather permitting) to apply paint markings on the roadway and in easements to identify current underground utility locations to assist prospective bidders as they prepare their bids. The new utility lines installed as part of this project may not be placed in the same location as existing facilities. Motorists are advised that there may be temporary lane reductions in the immediate work area as USIC progresses along Lyons View Pike.

Lyons View Pike Pre-Construction Photos

Lyons View Pike westbound, approaching Arrowhead Trail and Colony Way

Lyons View Pike, near Lyons Head



Lyons View Pike eastbound, approaching entrance to Cherokee Country Club

Lyons View Pike, S. Northshore Drive, and Westland Drive intersection