I-75 southbound lanes reopen in Marion County after dump truck hits overpass: FHP

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I-75 southbound lanes closed in Marion County

All southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in the Marion County area are currently closed as the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) investigates a crash where a dump truck collided with an overpass. All southbound traffic is being diverted off at Exit 374.

Several southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in the Marion County area closed early Wednesday morning as the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) investigated a crash where a dump truck collided with an overpass. 

As of 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, all the lanes have now reopened. 

What we know:

Troopers with the FHP are investigating a crash that took place around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday on I-75 southbound near Mile Marker 370 in Marion County. 

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According to a crash report, a dump truck was traveling southbound on I-75 in the outside lane when it collided with the County Road 320 overpass.

Officials say the dump truck was traveling with its bed in a raised position, causing the bed to collide with the overpass. 

Traffic camera video shows significant damage to the overpass. 

(Credit: Florida 511 traffic camera)

However, the 55-year-old man from Ocala who was driving the truck was not injured. 

All southbound lanes of I-75, between Exits 374 (County Road 234) and Exit 368 (County Road 318) were closed early Wednesday morning as officials worked to clean up the debris. As of 10:30 a.m., all the lanes have reopened.

Although the overpass bridge has also reopened, traffic is restricted to one lane with flagging operations in place.

What you can do:

Authorities are asking drivers to use caution in the incident area as crews continue to work on repairs.

(Credit: Florida 511 traffic camera)

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This is a developing story. Check back later for more updates. 

The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) in a press release on Sept. 24, 2025. 

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