The eastbound lane of Route 5 is closed near the intersection with Route 215 in Springfield Township, Erie County, due to damage from heavy rains and flash flooding Tuesday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).

A detour using Route 215 northbound to Route 20 eastbound to Route 18 southbound has been posted.

PennDOT officials are assessing the damage.

The lane is expected to will remain closed until repairs can be made.