Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Closed Portion Of US-301 In Tampa For Hours

TAMPA, Fla. – A tractor-trailer carrying a load of gravel overturned Tuesday, which closed a portion of US-301 in Tampa for hours.

According to Florida Highway Patrol, a tractor-trailer transporting a load of gravel, driven by a 47-year-old Spring Hill man, was traveling eastbound on Fowler Avenue.

At the intersection of US-301, the driver attempted to turn north and overturned onto its side as the vehicle was traveling too fast for the maneuver.

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Troopers say the driver suffered minor injuries and was treated on scene.

The crash caused a load of gravel and diesel from the truck to spill onto the roadway.

The northbound lanes of US-301 were closed as crews worked to remove the gravel and clear the diesel spill. The roadway is now open.

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Tractor-Trailer Rollover Crash Closed Portion Of US-301 In Tampa For Hours