I-40 damage caused by Helene not to be fully repaired until 2028, officials confirm

September 1, 2025

WWAY News,

462086320 936910378470628 1233456704407125838 N — I-40 damage in Western North Carolina due to Helene (Photo: NCDOT)

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) — A portion of I-40 damaged by Hurricane Helene will not be fully repaired until 2028, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT).

The five-mile stretch of damage begins at the Tennessee state line, with an estimated repair cost of $1.36 billion. Currently, one lane in each direction is open to travel, with speeds reduced to 35 mph.

Read the full article here.