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Traffic Sep 12, 2026, 12:13 pm Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, and the greater valley commute

Traffic Alert: The Hollow Road Remains Closed in Patrick County

VDOT says Route 672 (The Hollow Road) remains closed near Ararat Highway after flooding damaged the bridge over the Ararat River.

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Traffic Alert: The Hollow Road Remains Closed in Patrick County

PATRICK COUNTY, Va. - Traffic alert, updated September 11, 2026: The Virginia Department of Transportation says a section of Route 672 (The Hollow Road) remains closed to through traffic for emergency repairs.

Recent flooding damaged the bridge over the Ararat River near Route 773 (Ararat Highway). Drivers must use alternate routes.

VDOT says engineering assessment is continuing. Repair work will begin after water recedes and materials arrive, weather permitting. No reopening date has been announced.

Source: Virginia Department of Transportation, Salem District weekly traffic alert, updated September 11, 2026. Check 511 Virginia for current road conditions.

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