Rte 1 in Stockton Springs Open to Traffic, Blade Removed

Route 1 has reopened to traffic after a tractor trailer hauling a windmill blade overturned just after dawn on Friday.

What Happened?

Maine State Police say the driver of the tractor trailer that was transporting a windmill blade to Columbia failed to position the vehicle far enough into the left lane to navigate the lower side of the train trestle, resulting in the crash. The windmill blade, mounted on large brackets, struck the trestle, which caused the truck, trailer, and blade to roll over.

Were There Any Injuries?

No one was hurt in the crash.

Has the Road Completely Reopened?

Maine Department of Public Safety Spokesperson Shannon Moss says the blade was loaded onto another trailer and pulled off to the side of the road. An escort vehicle stayed with it all night. On Saturday morning, the windmill blade was successfully moved from Stockton Springs, arriving in Searsport at approximately 7 am, with no issues.

Traffic is flowing again on Route 1 in Stockton Springs.

We'll update this story as more details become available.