BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) - After years of construction a bridge over Interstate 26 in Buncombe County is finally open.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced on Wednesday a permanent bridge on the Blue Ridge Parkway crossing over I-26 is complete.

The bridge has been under construction since 2020 and is a part of a larger effort to widen I-26.

“We are certainly excited to accomplish this feat before visitors flock to western North Carolina to enjoy leaf season in Asheville and along the Blue Ridge Parkway,” Division 13 Engineer Tim Anderson said. “While this is not related to Hurricane Helene repairs, it’s another sign that WNC is open for business and NCDOT is progressing on other projects in addition to storm repairs.”

The new bridge is open to carry traffic, b

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