Watauga County Road Conditions
Last Updated (Thursday, 11 February 2010 08:13)
February 11th, 2010
DOT crews worked overnight to attempt to improve the roadway conditions but blizzard conditions have caused most roads across Watauga County and surrounding counties to be dangerous. The main roads are in fair condition but are expected to improve as the sunlight helps to melt the snow. Although the surface conditions of the roadways are better today than last night there are still some reported white out instances being reported.
February 10th, 2010
Primary and secondary roads are mostly covered in snow, drifting snow, and ice. Icing is predominant on all roads because of the low temperatures. Visibility from blowing snow is near zero at times. High profile vehicles are at risk. Tractor Trailers will be prone to jack knifing. Please do not travel unless it is an emergency. If you do travel please use extreme caution. Please use your headlights while traveling during the daytime hours to increase YOUR visibility.
For a recorded message that may include more detail, please call 265-7630. DO NOT CALL 911 FOR ROAD CONDITIONS.For Current information, detours, and weather please dial the NCDOT Toll-Free Travel Information Line by dialing "511" and follow the instructions.
US 321 Closure - Construction Zone
We have received notification that US Highway 321 North (Construction Zone in Caldwell County) beginning Monday, June 1st will be closing every Monday night from 8:00 PM until 5:00 AM on Tuesday mornings. The same detour route that is being used on Tuesday/Thursday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 PM will need to be used. If you have any questions please contact Frank Gioscio of the Department of Transportation at 828-265-5088.
Sheriff's Office is now on Twitter
The Watauga County Sheriff's Office is now making urgent announcements on Twitter. Sign up to follow at www.twitter.com/wataugasheriff
Twitter will allow you to have messages sent to your text message capable cell phone, so you don't have to wait to get online to see the announcements. The Sheriff's Office will be releasing information regarding urgent announcements, special weather statements, and event announcements.
Swine Flu Information
The State of North Carolina has set up a toll free phone number for individuals to call if they are seeking information on the H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu). The phone number to call is 800-662-7030. TTY 877-452-2514.
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