Buford Highway in DeKalb County closed due to sinkhole

Sinkhole on Buford Highway

Part of Buford Highway in DeKalb County will be closed until a sinkhole can be repaired. 

What we know:

The sinkhole opened up near Briarwood Road near the AutoZone and O’Reilly Auto Parts Saturday morning. 

Sinkhole on Buford Highway

FOX 5 crews saw the small hole, but said it appeared bigger under the surface. 

One southbound lane of the road is currently closed. 

What we don't know:

Crews have not said when the road will be repaired.

The Source: Information for this article came from officials in DeKalb County and a FOX 5 crew on scene. 

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