The A35 at Chideock Hill has been cleared and the lorry removed.
A broken down lorry at Muddyford Lane was causing delays for motorists this morning with heavy traffic in the area.
A broken down vehicle was also causing delays on the A35 near the B3261 and is affecting traffic between Abbey Gate and Raymond's Hill.
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