Only one lane of traffic will be the standard pattern for a 12-mile segment of Interstate 40 in North Carolina and Tennessee, as the road was back open for travelers Saturday following a five-month closure. Photos courtesy of Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com
Pigeon River Gorge re-opens to travelers
Kevin Hensley
Jonathan Creek – It may seem bizarre to navigate a two-lane interstate with the typical speed limit cut in half, but it beats the detour that has become the norm.
Closed since Hurricane Helene literally destroyed portions of roadway when passing through the region Sept.
Thursday, March 6, 2025