A1 highway lane closure near Hengelo causes traffic delays
Drivers on the A1 near Hengelo face delays after Rijkswaterstaat closed the right-hand lane due to asphalt damage. The on-ramp to junction Buren is also shut, with no timeline for repairs yet.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | A1 near Hengelo/Borne (junction 30) |
| Direction | Towards junction Buren |
| Closed | Right-hand lane and on-ramp |
| Open Lanes | Left-hand lane only |
| Repair Timeline | Unknown |
| Issuer | Rijkswaterstaat |
Rijkswaterstaat is responsible for the maintenance and safety of Dutch national roads, including highways like the A1. They conduct inspections and implement temporary measures, such as lane closures, to ensure road safety while planning permanent repairs.
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A1: right-hand lane closed due to asphalt damage near Hengelo
Published on: March 20, 2026, 1:33 PM
Rijkswaterstaat has identified asphalt damage to the road surface of the A1 near the Hengelo/Borne (30) junction for traffic heading towards junction Buren. For safety reasons, the right-hand lane at this location has been closed.
The on-ramp to the junction heading towards junction Buren is also closed. It is not yet known when the damage will be repaired.
Only the left-hand lane of the A1 towards junction Buren remains open. Allow for extra travel time.