CHARLOTTE — A water main break in west Charlotte flooded streets and forced the closure of West Morehead Street Wednesday morning. The break occurred around 6 a.m. at the intersection of West Morehead and Calvert streets near Interstate 77.
Charlotte Water officials stated that crews needed to shut off water for six to 8 hours to repair the pipe. The utility provider issued the repair estimate at 9:23 a.m. while work continued throughout the afternoon.
Repair work remained ongoing as of Wednesday evening.
The break caused water to cover multiple roads in the area near the interstate, leading officials to block traffic heading west on Morehead Street.
Water service to a few businesses in the area is expected to be restored late Wednesday.
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In the video at the top of this webpage, the latest details on the break.
DETOUR:
Traffic Update: West Morehead Street (1200 block near Calvert Street) – road is closed for water main repair. Detour directions:
— Charlotte Water💧 (@CLTWater) February 4, 2026
Eastbound drivers - use West 4th Street or Wilkinson Boulevard.
Westbound drivers - use Berryhill Road or Freedom Drive. #clttraffic @CharlotteDOT pic.twitter.com/ydSoZTVF46
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