The eastbound lanes of the Route 460 Bypass are closed at Exit 5 (North Main Street) due to a multi-vehicle accident that occurred just before 7 p.m. Saturday evening. Traffic is being detoured from the eastbound lanes of Route 460 Bypass onto Route 460 Business between Exit 5 (North Main Street) and Exit 2 (Peppers Ferry Road).  In addition, the left lane of westbound Route 460 Bypass is currently closed.

The eastbound lanes of Route 460 Bypass are expected to remain closed for at least two to three more hours.  Drivers should use caution in the area and expect delays.

Traffic alerts can be obtained by dialing 511. In areas where 511 is unavailable, dial 1-800-578-4111. (TTY/TDD users, call 711). Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at 511Virginia.org.

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