The A470 in Rhayader has reopened after part of the road was closed to fix a gas leak.
South Street was closed overnight while repair works were carried out.
The road closure between Rhayader's clock tower and Caeherbert Lane caused major delays during rush hour on Wednesday.
In a post on Twitter, Traffic Wales said: "Thank you all for your patience."
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