Route 501 in Halifax County reopens after Hyco River flooding causes closure

HALIFAX COUNTY, Va. – UPDATE

Authorities report that Route 501 over the Hyco River has reopened, and the detour has been removed.

Thanks to dropping water levels, crews were able to inspect the Hyco River structures early Thursday morning and confirmed they are safe for travel.

ORIGINAL STORY

The Virginia Department of Transportation is urging drivers to use caution when traveling in Halifax County.

Authorities reported that the Hyco River has flooded, resulting in the closure of Route 501 near Route 96 (Virgilina Rd.) and the nearby Route 96.

Drivers are advised to use Route 58 and Route 49 to connect back to Route 501 in North Carolina.

Further West, Route 58 is closed between Route 119 (Calvary Rd.) and Route 699 (Wilkins Rd.) due to a sinkhole.

VDOT crews will continue to monitor river and road conditions.