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U.S. 6 Reopens After Rockslide North of Helper

UDOT crews cleared debris within hours under Utah Highway Patrol traffic control.

Overview

  • UDOT reported an active rockslide around 2 p.m. that closed both directions of U.S. 6 north of Helper in Carbon County.
  • Northbound lanes briefly carried alternating traffic starting about 2:20 p.m. while crews worked the scene.
  • Debris was cleared before 3:15 p.m., and officials confirmed the highway was fully open by 4 p.m.
  • Falling rocks caused minor damage to the roadway with no injuries reported by authorities.
  • Drivers experienced heavy delays during the closure, and officials advised using I-15 as an alternate route.