Assessments and technical surveys have begun of the damage caused by a significant landslip on Kirkstone Pass.
The A592 has been closed between Troutbeck and the Kirkstone Inn, following the incident on Wednesday, which was caused by the recent heavy rain.
The landslip has partly undermined the carriageway so the emergency closure was required.
A signed diversion route is in place via the A6.
A spokesman for Westmorland and Furness Council said: “Safety of road users is our main priority and this emergency closure has been absolutely necessary to protect the public.
“As the new pictures clearly demonstrate, this has been a significant landslip that has undermined the road with a lot of material washed down the steep hillside.
“We recognise that the closure will cause some inconvenience, but for the safety of themselves and others, road users are requested to observe and respect the closures and please do not try to get through the barriers on the closed section.
“This is a difficult, restricted site and the technical assessments and surveys are continuing.”
