I-40 Blasting Delays: Navigating West Asheville Commute
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-05-20T12:44:01.824Z
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Location: Asheville, Buncombe County, North Carolina
I-40 delays in West Asheville due to blasting! Plan your commute smarter. Check for updates on I-26 Connector Project slowdowns.
Asheville -- May 20, 2026: Drivers in the West Asheville area should prepare for intermittent traffic stops on I-40 near the I-26 interchange due to ongoing controlled rock blasting. These operations, part of the I-26 Asheville Connector Project, are expected to cause brief delays for commuters over the next few weeks. Planning ahead and utilizing real-time traffic information can help minimize disruptions.The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is overseeing the blasting, which
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