Eastbound Welch Road Closed in Apopka Due to 12-Inch Water Main Break and Ground Depression

Eastbound lanes of Welch Road in Apopka are currently closed due to a significant ground depression caused by a 12-inch water main break. The closure affects the stretch of road located east of Rock Springs Road.

City officials confirmed the details of the incident. The ground depression necessitated the immediate shutdown of the eastbound lanes to ensure public safety and allow for repair work. This closure impacts daily commutes for residents traveling through this area of Apopka.

The 12-inch water main break is the direct cause of the ground depression. Crews are on site to assess the damage and begin repairs. The size of the water main indicates a potentially complex repair process.

Residents who typically use eastbound Welch Road east of Rock Springs Road should seek alternate routes. City officials have not yet provided an estimated time for the road to reopen, but updates will follow as repair efforts progress.