At least it’s not falling concrete. Here’s the latest on the Mass Pike detour due to “a construction trench settlement.”

MassDOT says …

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that I-90 westbound at the I-495 interchange is currently closed for emergency repair operations after a construction trench settlement formed in the low-speed lane due to nearby construction.  All traffic on I-90 westbound is being detoured onto Route 9 at exit 111 in Framingham.

Crews are working to fix the issue and re-open lanes. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to seek an alternative route.

The duration of the road closure is currently unknown, but is expected to extend through the morning.

Drivers traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.

For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to:

Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.

Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions.

Follow @MassDOT on X, (formerly known as Twitter), to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.