A tractor trailer was carrying construction equipment when a pipe struck the overpass and fell onto the highway. No one was injured. (CBC News) A large pipe being carried on a tractor trailer slammed into the Moodie Drive overpass on Highway 417 Monday afternoon, causing the pipe to fall onto the highway in traffic.

It happened at about 1:45 p.m.

The tractor trailer, operated by Hughson Fencing & Guiderail based in Kingston, Ont., was carrying construction equipment, Ontario Provincial Police said.

The pipe was quickly removed from the highway, but one lane of Highway 417 westbound will be closed "for a short period of time for minor repairs," OPP said in a media release.

The Ministry of Transportation is expected to inspect the overpass for damage.

The collision is under investigation and OPP are asking anyone who may have information to call them at 1-613-270-9171.