ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — One lane of Interstate 240 is closed near downtown Asheville because of a crash that happened about 11:45 a.m.

According to the NCDOT website, the crash happened near mile marker 4 heading east. One eastbound lane is closed at Exit 4-B, US 74 Alt (Patton Avenue).

The impact on traffic is high. Avoid the area if possible.