The road saw major damage from a mudslide.

However, the interstate will remain closed between Tennessee and North Carolina.

Crew members from the North Carolina Department of Transportation are continuing to assess the extensive damage.

Interstate 40 Damage After Hurricane Helene

Credit:Courtesy of North Carolina Department of Transportation

We need people to be patient and help us with the recovery effort by staying off the roads.

you’ve got the option to check for road closure updates across North Carolina atdrivenc.gov.