Burleigh County, North Dakota — A fully loaded commercial truck carrying potatoes rolled over on Interstate 94 Saturday afternoon, spilling cargo and forcing the closure of eastbound lanes near mile marker 70.
According to the North Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 3:30 p.m. Saturday on the eastbound side of I-94. Officials said the commercial motor vehicle overturned and spilled its load of potatoes across the roadway.
Authorities closed all eastbound lanes of Interstate 94 at mile marker 70 while crews work to clear the truck and remove debris scattered across the interstate.
The Highway Patrol did not immediately release details about injuries, the driver’s condition, or what may have caused the rollover. Officials said the closure will remain in place until further notice as cleanup operations continue.
Photos shared by the agency show a road closure alert issued to warn drivers approaching the area while responders manage the crash scene.
Motorists traveling through Burleigh County are advised to avoid the area and watch for updates from state transportation officials. Traffic delays are likely while crews clear the spilled cargo and reopen the interstate.
Interstate 94 is a major east-west corridor across North Dakota, frequently used by commercial freight traffic. Even short closures can cause backups or reroutes for drivers traveling across central portions of the state.
The incident may also affect weekend travel for commuters and student drivers returning across the region.
Officials have not provided an estimated time for reopening.
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