I-4 reopens after roadway depression causes overnight closure in Polk County

Westbound lanes of I-4 closed for hours due to depression

The westbound lanes of Interstate 4 were shut down for several hours due to a depression in the roadway, transportation officials said.

ORLANDO, Fla. - The westbound lanes of Interstate 4 in Polk County reopened Friday morning after they were shut down for several hours because of a depression in the roadway.

Drivers traveling westbound were being directed to exit at Exit 58 and detour around the closure.

What we know:

The depression was reported late Thursday between Exit 55 in Haines City and Exit 58. 

Some traffic was briefly permitted to pass in the inside lane and shoulder to alleviate the backups. Traffic was reportedly backed up for over seven miles. 

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Construction crews assessed the damage and were making the necessary repairs.