SR 15/16 Roundabout Traffic Pattern Shift, Neshoba County, May 4
Summary
MDOT announces a Phase 3 traffic pattern shift at the SR 15/16 Roundabout in Neshoba County starting May 4, 2026. The previously closed portion of SR 16 at W. Beacon St. will reopen, while SR 15 will temporarily close between SR 885 and Lakeside Dr. The connection from Lakeside Dr. to SR 16 will open. Detour signage and temporary traffic signals will be in place at both ends of SR 885 through November 1, 2026.
“Drivers should slow down, pay close attention to posted signage and be on high alert for roadside workers.”
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This MDOT traffic advisory announces a Phase 3 construction activity shift at the SR 15/16 Roundabout in Neshoba County, Mississippi. Starting May 4, 2026, the previously closed portion of SR 16 at W. Beacon St. will reopen to traffic, while SR 15 temporarily closes between SR 885 and Lakeside Dr. The connection from Lakeside Dr. to SR 16 will open, and temporary traffic signals will be installed at both ends of SR 885. Detour signage will direct drivers throughout the duration of work through November 1, 2026.
Motorists, delivery companies, and logistics providers traveling through Neshoba County should plan for the changed traffic configuration and allow additional travel time. No compliance obligations or regulatory requirements are imposed on businesses; this is a standard road-construction traffic management notice.
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Traffic Advisory: Traffic pattern change at SR 15/16 Roundabout in Philadelphia May 4
Updated Friday, April 24, 2026 11:33 AM
Drivers should slow down, pay close attention to posted signage and be on high alert for roadside workers.
WHO: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT).
WHAT: Traffic pattern shift to Phase 3 configuration.
WHEN: From Monday, May 4, until Sunday, November 1, 2026.
WHERE: The previously closed portion of SR 16 at W. Beacon St. will OPEN as SR 15 will temporarily CLOSE between SR 885 and Lakeside Dr. in Neshoba County. The connection from Lakeside Dr. to SR 16 will OPEN.
WHY: The traffic switch is part of Phase 3 construction activities on the SR 15/16 Roundabout.
HOW: Detour signage will be in place for the duration of the work to direct drivers around the closures, including temporary traffic signals at both ends of SR 885. For a map of the traffic pattern change, click HERE.
Drivers should slow down, pay close attention to posted signage and be on high alert for roadside workers. Stay updated on this work at MDOTtraffic.com, download the MDOT Traffic mobile app, and follow @MississippiDOT on Facebook and X.
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