NCDOT to repair sinkhole overnight on Independence Boulevard

Photo courtesy of NCDOT

CHARLOTTE – The N.C. Department of Transportation closed the right lane this afternoon on U.S. 74 westbound (Independence Boulevard) near the intersection with Wallace Lane to repair a sinkhole.

The sinkhole formed in the right lane, creating a void under the roadway that could damage the pavement or vehicles. An NCDOT maintenance crew will work overnight to make the repairs, which include injecting a foam to stabilize the hole.

The foam will be a quick fix before the morning rush hour on Friday when the lane will be reopened.