The City of Atlanta will temporarily restrict access to Mitchell Street between Washington Street and Capitol Avenue.

According to the city, pedestrian activity increases significantly within the identified block during the legislative session. This restriction is meant to create a safer environment for pedestrians by eliminating unnecessary vehicular traffic during that time period.

The restriction will begin at 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 19, and end at 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 1, 2018.

According to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, the road closure follows an incident where a man pointed a gun at a crossing guard.

The detour route below will be posted to re-direct vehicular traffic around the affected area:

Department of Public Works Detour for closure of Mitchell Street

Detour Route:

Eastbound Mitchell Street

• Right onto Washington Street
• Left onto Memorial Drive
• Left onto Capitol Avenue

Southbound Washington Street

• Straight (South) on Washington Street
• Left onto Memorial Drive
• Left onto Capitol Avenue

For more information, please contact the city’s Office of Transportation at 404-330-6501.