Photos provided by CHP.

A trapped big rig blocked both lanes of Alderpoint Road for several hours this morning. 

CHP’s Garberville office reports that after a lost truck driver became stuck in a ditch around 7:30 a.m. after attempting to turnaround near the intersection of Sawmill Road.

The highway was cleared as of 9:49 a.m. Read more in the California Highway Patrol traffic advisory below:

UPDATE- Roadway is now clear.

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**Traffic Advisory** Alderpoint Rd. at Sawmill Rd.

A big rig traveling eastbound on Alderpoint Rd. became stuck and is blocking both lanes of Alderpoint Rd. at Sawmill Rd.

It appears the driver was unfamiliar with the area and became stuck after trying to turn around. Officers on scene advise that even though the road is blocked, 4x4 vehicles might be able to get around on the shoulder. Officers are on scene providing traffic control and facilitating the recovery of the big rig.

As of 0813 hours, a heavy duty tow truck is in route but traffic on Alderpoint Rd. will most likely be affected for most of the morning. Please you caution if you travel through the area and pay attention to the officers on scene. Photos taken by Officer D. Simmons.