Spotsylvania, VA – A major section of Tidewater Trail is closed Wednesday morning after downed powerlines forced deputies to shut down the road in both directions.
According to the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office, the affected area runs between Brooke Drive and Pierson Drive, with no through traffic permitted at this time. Officials are asking drivers to use alternate routes until utility crews can safely clear the scene.
Authorities have not provided an estimate for when the roadway will reopen, but drivers in the area should expect delays throughout the morning. Law enforcement officers are directing traffic at nearby intersections to keep vehicles away from the hazard zone.
Motorists are reminded never to approach or drive over downed lines, as they may still be energized. Dominion Energy crews are responding to repair the damage and restore any potential power outages in the area.
Residents traveling through central Spotsylvania or heading toward Fredericksburg are encouraged to plan extra time and check local alerts for updates on the closure.
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