Richland County, SC — A crash-damaged fire hydrant closed part of Polo Road, triggering repairs and traffic detours.
According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, the 300–400 block of Polo Road is currently closed while crews work to repair a fire hydrant damaged during a vehicle accident Monday morning.
Officials said the hydrant was struck in the crash, prompting immediate response and requiring repairs to the water infrastructure. Authorities did not release details about the vehicle involved or whether injuries were reported.
Deputies advised drivers to avoid the area and use alternate routes while repair crews work at the site. The closure affects a residential stretch of Polo Road in northeastern Richland County and may cause delays for drivers traveling through the corridor.
Utility and road crews were seen working in the area shortly after the incident, with safety barriers and cones placed to block traffic from entering the affected block. The repair effort is focused on stabilizing the damaged hydrant and restoring safe roadway conditions.
The sheriff’s department has not announced an estimated reopening time, but the road is expected to remain closed until repairs are completed and the area is deemed safe for traffic.
Drivers traveling through the region are encouraged to monitor local traffic advisories and follow posted detours until the roadway is reopened.
The closure may also affect students and commuters traveling through the Polo Road area during the morning and afternoon traffic periods.
Authorities said updates will be provided if the closure continues for an extended period.
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