RANDOLPH, N.J. — Repairs are complete and all lanes of Route 10 West are now open after a partial lane collapse earlier Saturday forced a temporary closure, police said.
According to Randolph PBA 403, one lane was initially closed just west of Dover Chester Road after the roadway partially gave way. Officials said the collapse was related to ongoing gas line work and not the result of a sinkhole.
Key Points
- A partial lane collapse shut down part of Route 10 West near Dover Chester Road on Saturday.
- Officials attributed the collapse to gas line work, not a sinkhole.
- Repairs were completed by 4:00 p.m. and all lanes have reopened.
Authorities worked throughout the day to complete necessary repairs and ensure the road was safe for travel. By 4:00 p.m., the Randolph PBA announced that all lanes had reopened.
No injuries or accidents related to the collapse were reported, and traffic disruptions were minimal following the repair work.
Gas line work blamed for roadway collapse
Officials confirmed that the partial collapse was linked to gas line maintenance in the area. Motorists had been advised to use caution and expect delays during the emergency repair period.
Randolph Police continued monitoring the area to ensure stability after reopening.