GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Gatlinburg Bypass remains closed after a landslide that happened on Saturday, Sep 27.

“Crews worked through Saturday and Sunday to remove more than 70 loads of debris from the road. Crews continue working to clear debris from the road drainage, ditches, and a culvert, which is currently blocked,” said the National Park Service in a Monday update.

The park said it will provide updates once the road is ready for public use.

The landslide was described as significant, and the park gave some numbers to show the damage.

“A total of 3.47 inches of rain fell between 10 and 11:30 a.m. that morning, triggering the slide, which included mud, trees and other debris. The landslide covered approximately 150 feet of roadway with 1 to 4 feet of mud and debris, blocking

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