A large sinkhole opened up on Interstate 80 in Wharton, New Jersey, disrupting traffic in the area Thursday. It happened at around 7:45 a.m. near Exit 34 along the shoulder. I-80 eastbound lanes were closed and a detour was in place while repairs were being made.

The sinkhole is on the right shoulder of the eastbound side of I-80, but affects the right lane as well, officials say.

A sinkhole that opened up along Interstate 80 in northern New Jersey has forced authorities to close the eastbound lanes of the heavily traveled highway.