Tennessee Highway Patrol DUI Checkpoints Scheduled for July 2026

The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has announced DUI checkpoint locations across the state for July 2026. These checkpoints are part of ongoing traffic safety efforts designed to reduce impaired driving, encourage responsible decisions behind the wheel, and help keep Tennessee roads safe for everyone.

Throughout the month, drivers may encounter sobriety checkpoints in multiple counties across all eight Tennessee Highway Patrol districts. These enforcement operations are conducted to identify impaired drivers, improve roadway safety, and remind motorists about the importance of driving responsibly.

Why Are DUI Checkpoints Conducted?

DUI checkpoints are an important public safety tool used by law enforcement agencies throughout Tennessee. Their primary goals include:

• Reducing impaired driving crashes.
• Preventing injuries and traffic fatalities.
• Encouraging drivers to make safe transportation choices.
• Promoting compliance with Tennessee traffic laws.
• Increasing awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence.

The presence of DUI checkpoints also serves as a reminder that safe driving protects not only the driver but also passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and everyone sharing the road.

Tennessee Highway Patrol Checkpoints by Date

Friday, July 31, 2026

• Hamilton County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Dodds Avenue and 45th Street.
• Hamilton County: DUI checkpoint on Airport Road.
• Marion County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 108 and Pocket Road.
• Polk County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Sloans Gap Road and Old Federal Road.
• White County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 70 near Mile Marker 0.
• Giles County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 11 near Mile Marker 13.1.
• Hickman County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 7 near Mile Marker 3.
• Marshall County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 50 near Mile Marker 0.

Thursday, July 30, 2026

• Cheatham County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 49 West near Bluff Creek Road.

Monday, July 27, 2026

• McMinn County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 305 and County Road 250.

Friday, July 24, 2026

• Knox County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Governor John Sevier Highway (State Route 168) and French Road.
• Campbell County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 116 and Little Cove Creek Road.
• Sevier County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of US Highway 321 (Wears Valley Road) and Foothills Parkway.
• Coffee County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Highway 280 and Fredonia Road.
• Hardeman County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 57 near Mile Marker 20.2.
• Shelby County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 204 south of Pleasant Ridge Road.
• Greene County: DUI checkpoint on Blue Springs Parkway, approximately 0.2 miles west of US Highway 11E.
• Putnam County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of US Highway 70 and Tennessee Avenue.
• Cannon County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 53, approximately 0.1 mile south of Mile Marker 1.
• Overton County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 52 near the Clay County line.
• Bedford County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 82 near Mile Marker 6.5.
• Giles County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 31 near Mile Marker 9.5.
• Lake County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 78 and Upper Wynburg Road.

Sunday, July 20, 2026

• Houston County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 147.

Saturday, July 18, 2026

• Rhea County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 30 near the Tennessee River.
• Obion County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 22 and State Route 157.

Friday, July 17, 2026

• Sequatchie County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 28 and Stone Cave Road.
• Coffee County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Wattendorf Memorial Highway and Decherd Highway.
• Rutherford County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 96 East at Bradley Creek Road.
• Cocke County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 160 near Airport Road.
• Jackson County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 135 near Spring Creek Church.
• Cannon County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 146, approximately 0.3 mile south of Mile Marker 7.
• Cumberland County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 127 North near Mile Marker 26.
• Bedford County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 64 (Wartrace Pike), approximately 0.6 mile east of Mile Marker 15.
• Lawrence County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 43 North near Mile Marker 23.4.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

• McMinn County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Highway 11 and State Route 309.

Saturday, July 11, 2026

• Meigs County: DUI checkpoint on Cottonport Road near Goodfield Creek Bridge.

Friday, July 10, 2026

• Hamilton County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 41 near Post Road.
• Fayette County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 193 and State Route 385.
• Washington County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 11E near Valley Equipment.
• Sullivan County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 358 near Mile Marker 6.
• Claiborne County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of US Highway 25E and State Route 32 near the Cumberland Gap Tunnel.
• Smith County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 53 at Baird Road, approximately 0.3 mile north of Mile Marker 1.
• Lawrence County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 98 near Mile Marker 5.5.
• Lincoln County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 122 near Mile Marker 1.1, east of Elora.
• Hardin County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 203 near Horse Creek Bridge.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

• Putnam County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 136 South near the Driver License Center.

Sunday, July 5, 2026

• Wayne County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 64 near the Hardin County line.
• Henderson County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 100 near Mile Marker 10 at State Route 114.
• Henderson County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 412 East near Harmon Creek.

Saturday, July 4, 2026

• Meigs County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 304 near Mr. Twister.
• Davidson County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 41 near the Sumner County line.
• Fayette County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 76 north of Mile Marker 5.
• Haywood County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 70 west of Cox Lane.
• Claiborne County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 33 near the Union County line.
• Lewis County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 412 West near Mile Marker 0.9.
• Decatur County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of US Highway 412 and State Route 100.
• Hardin County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 57 west of State Route 128.
• Madison County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 70 West near Mile Marker 4.

Friday, July 3, 2026

• Knox County: DUI checkpoint on Maryville Pike (State Route 33) near Mount Olive Church.
• Loudon County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Sugar Limb Road and Hotkis Valley Road.
• Anderson County: DUI checkpoint on East Wolf Valley Road near Wolf Valley Baptist Church.
• Campbell County: DUI checkpoint on Demory Road near White Bridge.
• Hamilton County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Thrasher Pike and Middle Valley Road.
• Bradley County: DUI checkpoint on South Lee Highway near APD 40.
• Franklin County: DUI checkpoint on State Highway 50 near Owl Hollow Church of Christ.
• Robertson County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 41 near the Ridgetop city limits.
• Shelby County: DUI checkpoint on Austin Peay Highway (State Route 14), south of Pleasant Ridge Road.
• Cocke County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 25E near Dutch Bottoms Baptist Church.
• Overton County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 111 North near the city limits.
• DeKalb County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of State Route 96 and Old Highway 96.
• Macon County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Sneed Boulevard and Main Street.
• Cumberland County: DUI checkpoint at the intersection of Lantana Road and Dunbar Road.
• Lincoln County: DUI checkpoint on US Highway 64 near Mile Marker 15.7 (Wilson Parkway).
• Perry County: DUI checkpoint on Highway 13 North near Mile Marker 29.
• Hardin County: DUI checkpoint on Coffee Landing Road.
• Decatur County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 69 near Mile Marker 21 at Rushing Creek.
• Dyer County: DUI checkpoint on State Route 211, approximately 0.5 mile north of Mile Marker 5.

Drive Responsibly This Holiday Season

July includes heavy summer travel and Independence Day celebrations, making it one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Whether you are attending a family gathering, enjoying fireworks, or traveling across Tennessee, planning ahead can help keep everyone safe.

If you plan to consume alcohol or any substance that may impair your ability to drive:

• Designate a sober driver before your trip.
• Use a rideshare or taxi service.
• Stay overnight if necessary.
• Never allow someone who is impaired to drive.
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Stay alert and avoid distracted driving.

Making responsible transportation decisions helps protect your passengers, other motorists, and your community.

About Tennessee DUI Checkpoints

DUI checkpoints are conducted by the Tennessee Highway Patrol as part of statewide traffic safety initiatives. Officers briefly stop vehicles according to established procedures to check for signs of impaired driving and other traffic safety violations. These checkpoints are intended to improve public safety while promoting responsible driving throughout Tennessee.

Disclaimer

The checkpoint information above is based on public announcements released by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Enforcement schedules may change because of weather, emergency incidents, staffing, or operational needs. The purpose of publishing this information is to promote public awareness, encourage safe and responsible driving, and support community traffic safety. Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you plan to drink, arrange for a safe ride home.