Traffic Control & Road Closures in Nashville & Middle Tennessee

Full-service traffic control and equipment solutions—from permitting and engineered lane/road closures to event detours, flagging, and equipment rental—executed by experienced professionals, including certified police officers for authority-driven operations.

Quick Facts:
  • Comprehensive Services: Traffic planning, lane/road closures, flagging, permitting, engineered drawings, and equipment rental.
  • Authority & Experience: Police-officer staffed when needed, backed by decades of security and traffic expertise.
  • Full Inventory Provided: Barricades, barriers, cones, signage, arrow boards, message boards, light towers—all delivered, placed, and removed.
  • Trusted Locally: Serving Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Clarksville, and beyond.
  • Custom Plans: Tailored estimates and traffic control drawings for cost-effective execution.
  • Event Expertise: Official traffic provider for major Nashville events—CMA Fest, NFL Draft, Steeplechase, and more.
  • Industries Served: Construction, utilities, events, film, landscaping, road maintenance, logistics, government, and more.

Why professional traffic control matters

Effective traffic control ensures safety, compliance, and smooth flow during road work, events, and emergencies. Our professionals understand evolving site dynamics and regulatory requirements to prevent accidents, protect workers and the public, and keep projects and events on schedule.

Our services

  • Lane and road closures, flagging operations, pedestrian safety systems, detours, and sidewalk management.
  • Permitting and engineered traffic control plans tailored to your project or event’s needs.
  • Certified police officers available for high-security, authority-needed deployments.
  • Equipment rental and placement—including barricades, cones, signage, arrow boards, message boards, and light towers.

Equipment and rentals

We deliver, install, and remove a full suite of traffic control devices: Type I/II/III barricades, water barriers, drums, pedestrian racks, cones, warning signs, detour setups, arrow boards, variable message signs (VMS), and portable lighting towers.

Who we serve

Our clients span contractors, utility companies, film production, government agencies, event organizers, road maintenance firms, landscaping companies, developers, logistics, and airport operations. Whatever your traffic challenge, we’ve likely solved it before.

Our process

  1. Consultation: Share your timeline and needs, and receive a custom estimate and traffic control plan.

  2. Permitting & Engineering: We manage permitting, create engineered closures and detours, and coordinate with authorities.

  3. Deployment: Equipment delivered and deployed by trained staff or police officers as needed.

  4. Execution & Monitoring: Maintain closures, signage, and flow throughout project or event duration.

  5. Cleanup: Remove and reclaim all equipment once work or event concludes.

FAQs

Do you offer police officers?
Yes—uniformed, certified officers are available for deployments where authority and visibility are required.

What equipment do you rent?
We offer barricades, cones, signage, arrow boards, VMS, lighting towers, and more.

Do you create traffic control plans?
Yes—we provide engineered drawings and prepare permitting documentation as needed.

What areas do you serve?
Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Clarksville, and surrounding communities.

How soon can you deploy?
We offer rapid-response deployment and accommodate short-notice projects whenever possible.

Are you licensed and insured?
Yes—fully licensed and insured to operate in Tennessee.

Are discounts available?
Yes—discounts may apply for large-scale or long-term contracts.

Get your custom traffic plan today

Let us know your project type, timeline, and location. We’ll deliver a turnkey plan, permitting support, equipment, and peace of mind.

Email jduggin@overwatchtn.com   or   (615) 788-4427