April 21, 2025

Semi rollover closes I-80 rest stop, cleanup underway

Steve Smith

Semi rollover closes I-80 rest stop, cleanup underway

A semi truck rollover caused the closure of an eastbound I-80 rest stop near Ashland, Nebraska, on Monday morning, April 21st.

What happened: The accident occurred around 10 a.m. as the semi was exiting the interstate at mile marker 425, heading into the rest stop.

The trailer ruptured, spilling its load onto the grassy shoulder.
The cab ended up partially blocking the roadway.

The rest stop remains closed as crews continue the cleanup.

According to Nebraska 511: There is no current estimate for when the rest stop will reopen, reported Nebraska 511.

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