CLAYTON – The N.C. Department of Transportation on Friday closed a section of Barber Mill Road in Johnston County after a vehicle crash damaged the bridge.
The closure is between Government and Cleveland roads. The crash damaged the bridge’s concrete rail and metal guardrail. The department has closed the bridge for safety reasons until the rail and guardrail can be replaced. The repairs are expected to be completed by Thursday, Oct. 11.
A detour is directing traffic onto Cleveland Road, Josephine Road, Cornwalis Road, N.C. 42 and Government Road. Because the detour is causing some congestion during commuting hours, motorists should allow for extra travel time or seek an alternate route.