McKenzie County, North Dakota – A crash investigation closed a stretch of Highway 22 Thursday morning, disrupting regional travel near Mandaree.
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, Highway 22 is shut down between mile markers 123 and 125 as troopers investigate a crash reported around 7:15 a.m. Officials said the closure is expected to last for a significant portion of the morning.
Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and follow designated detours. For northbound and southbound traffic, authorities recommend using U.S. Highway 23 or North Dakota Highway 200 to connect with U.S. Highway 85. Motorists who are north of the crash scene and currently on Highway 22 are advised to travel east or west on North Dakota Highway 73. Those south of the closure should return to North Dakota Highway 200.
The affected section of Highway 22 runs near Mandaree, a key corridor for commuters, energy-sector workers, and regional freight traffic in McKenzie County. The closure is expected to slow morning travel for drivers heading toward U.S. Highway 85 and nearby oilfield service areas.
The Highway Patrol has not released details about injuries or the cause of the crash. No estimated reopening time has been announced.
Officials said updates will be provided once the investigation is complete and the roadway is cleared. Motorists are encouraged to check conditions before traveling and allow extra time if detours are required.
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