Myers Park roadway closed due to downed utility pole

CHARLOTTE — A busy roadway in the Myers Park neighborhood of south Charlotte was closed Tuesday morning due to a downed utility pole.

Providence Road was closed at Portland Avenue, which is between Colville and Cherokee Roads.

Channel 9 captured images of the scene around 6 a.m. A utility pole could be seen tilted on its side while power lines dangled in the road.

A spokesperson with Duke Energy said a vehicle hit the pole early Tuesday morning, bringing it down.

The blockage has caused issues for drivers. Those impacted should use Randolph Road as an alternate route.

Click here for live traffic maps and alternate routes >>>

Duke Energy officials expect the road to reopen by mid-morning.

This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.

©2026 Cox Media Group