News Summary
The South Carolina Department of Transportation has announced temporary lane closures on I-26 Eastbound affecting travel in Spartanburg County. The right lane near mile marker 20 will be closed for repairs from July 24 to July 26. Additionally, a serious crash on Highway 9 led to further road closures. Motorists are advised to plan routes accordingly and stay updated on traffic conditions.
Spartanburg County – The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced a temporary lane closure on I-26 Eastbound, which will affect travel in Spartanburg County. The closure, set to begin this afternoon on July 24, 2025, involves the right lane near mile marker 20, just north of Exit 21. Authorities anticipate that road repairs will extend until Friday afternoon, July 26, 2025.
The necessity for this lane closure arises from ongoing repair work aimed at maintaining and improving the roadway conditions, which is crucial for ensuring safety and enhancing traffic flow. Affected drivers are urged to plan their routes accordingly and remain cautious while navigating near the work area.
In a related incident, on the evening of July 23, 2025, a serious crash involving a motorcycle and a car led to the closure of the northbound side of Highway 9 in Boiling Springs, just moments before the scheduled lane closure on I-26. The collision resulted in two individuals being transported to the hospital for medical attention. Emergency responders from the Boiling Springs Fire Department were promptly on the scene to assist.
The northbound lanes of Highway 9 were closed between Rainbow Lake and Farm Lake Road, near the KFC location, to allow for emergency response and investigation. These lanes were reported to have reopened around 10:15 p.m. on the same night, while the southbound lanes were cleared for traffic by 9:38 p.m. However, at the time of this reporting, no specific timeframe was provided for when the northbound lanes were expected to fully reopen following the crash.
Additionally, motorists should also be aware that the SC Highway 290 bridge over Interstate 85 in Duncan has been closed since May 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. This closure is to facilitate an interchange construction project aimed at enhancing traffic flow in a busy region of western Spartanburg County. This project marks the state’s development of its third “diverging diamond” interchange, a design that has shown promise in improving traffic efficiency.
The bridge closure is expected to last several days, contingent on favorable weather conditions. The project, however, is already experiencing delays and is approximately one year behind its initially projected timeline. During this period, SCDOT plans to post detour signs to help guide drivers effectively around the closed sections.
SCDOT continues to address the infrastructure needs of Spartanburg County to facilitate safe and efficient travel, despite challenges brought on by recent incidents and ongoing projects. The department encourages all drivers to remain vigilant and adaptable to all temporary changes in roadway configurations.
As the area experiences these closures and repairs, residents and commuters are advised to stay updated on the progress of the repairs and any other traffic advisories that may arise. SCDOT emphasizes the importance of safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution while navigating through construction zones or detours.
The ongoing road works and recent traffic incidents highlight the need for improved infrastructure and road safety in Spartanburg County, giving local authorities and transportation departments the impetus to continue upgrading and maintaining the region’s roadways.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Carolina: Officials Crash Leaves Part of Highway Closed in Spartanburg Co
- Wikipedia: Spartanburg County, South Carolina
- WSPA: SCDOT to Close Lane for Repairs in Spartanburg County
- Google Search: Spartanburg County traffic
- Go Upstate: SC Highway 290 Bridge Over I-85 in Western Spartanburg County to Close
- Encyclopedia Britannica: South Carolina
- WYFF4: Highway Shutdown Crash Walmart SC Boiling Springs
- Google News: Spartanburg County road conditions
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