Interstate 80 Eastbound Reopens After Sinkhole Repair
Interstate 80 eastbound in Wharton, New Jersey has reopened days after a sinkhole opened up on the right shoulder.
Causes of the Sinkhole
New Jersey Department of Transportation crews worked around the clock on repairs since the sinkhole was first discovered on Dec. 26. Crews discovered the sinkhole was caused by the collapse of an abandoned mineshaft according to NJDOT.
Repair Work
Since the sinkhole opened, drivers have had to detour around the area but the interstate reopened at 8 a.m. Monday after the completion of the repair work.
Repair Process
The repairs required excavating and stabilizing the sinkhole, which was 40-foot by 40-foot before reconstructing the roadway.
Update from NJDOT
NJDOT Traffic Advisory — I-80 eastbound REOPENED as emergency sinkhole repairs complete in Wharton, Morris County. Read More: https://t.co/XdNIlwqxzG pic.twitter.com/Q8C3V76k5O
Conclusion
The reopening of Interstate 80 eastbound is a relief for commuters and travelers who had to detour around the area due to the sinkhole. The repair work was a complex process that required careful excavation and stabilization of the sinkhole before reconstructing the roadway. NJDOT’s prompt response and around-the-clock work ensured the safe reopening of the interstate.
FAQs
Q: What caused the sinkhole?
A: The sinkhole was caused by the collapse of an abandoned mineshaft.
Q: How long did it take to repair the sinkhole?
A: The repair work took several days, with crews working around the clock since the sinkhole was first discovered on Dec. 26.
Q: What was the size of the sinkhole?
A: The sinkhole was 40-foot by 40-foot.
Q: When did the interstate reopen?
A: The interstate reopened at 8 a.m. Monday after the completion of the repair work.
