Drivers are facing a lengthy diversion following the closure of the A708 between Selkirk and Moffat near the Grey Mare’s Tail.
A section of the road was washed away following heavy rain over the weekend.
Dumfries and Galloway Council said: “Engineers are assessing the damage, but early signs are that the road could be closed for some time.”
An alternative route has been signposted: A708 to Selkirk, A72 Innerleithen/Peebles/Blythe Bridge, A701 Moffat and reverse direction.
See this week’s paper for more.