Crash closes Patton Avenue near Bear Creek Road

Both directions blocked; drivers urged to watch for emergency vehicles

By Dee Pridgen September 3, 2025 9:10 am

Patton Avenue crash — ContributedAsheville Fire Department

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A vehicle crash has closed Patton Avenue (US-74 ALT) in both directions near Bear Creek Road in Buncombe County.

The closure affects the stretch between Bear Creek Road and Old Haywood Road. Officials say motorists should stay alert for emergency responders.

Traffic impacts are expected to be significant.

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