‘Closed for extended period’: Semi crash blocks I-435/U.S. 69 ramps in Overland Park
A semitractor-trailer overturned in a crash Tuesday before rush hour that blocked ramps at the heavily traveled Interstate 435 and U.S. 69 interchange in Overland Park.
The ramps from westbound I-435 to southbound U.S. 69 and northbound U.S. 69 to westbound I-435 “are expected to be closed for an extended period of time,” Capt. Gary Mason, a spokesman for the Overland Park Police Department, said in a news release.
The crash is also affecting the flow of traffic on I-435 in both directions in the area. Drivers are encourage to find alternative routes for their morning commute.
The semi crashed shortly after 5 a.m. when the driver lost control, causing the semi to overturn and block access to two ramps. The driver escaped with minor injuries.
This story was originally published November 2, 2021 at 7:36 AM.
