Cherokee County, GA – Drivers in Cherokee County are being urged to avoid Cumming Highway near Old Mill Road after officials confirmed the roadway remains closed today due to a utility-related hazard affecting the area.
According to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, Cumming Highway at Old Mill Road is currently shut down after utility lines were found stretched across the roadway, creating a safety risk for motorists. Deputies issued an update Wednesday morning clarifying that the closure remains in effect until further notice.
The impacted area sits near Lathams Mill and Old Mill Place, not far from Free Home, a rural community north of Canton in Cherokee County. The closure affects a commonly used connector route for residents traveling between neighborhoods and toward Georgia Highway 20, potentially adding extra travel time during the morning and afternoon commute.
Officials are advising drivers to avoid the area if possible and use alternate routes while crews work to resolve the issue. No estimated reopening time has been released, and authorities have not yet confirmed what caused the utility lines to fall across the roadway.
Residents living nearby may notice increased patrol presence and redirected traffic as deputies assist with safety and traffic control. Emergency vehicles will continue to have access if needed, but through traffic is not permitted at this time.
Motorists are encouraged to monitor official updates from the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and local traffic alerts before heading out. Drivers should also use caution in surrounding areas, as detours may experience heavier-than-normal congestion.
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