Traffic Alert: BWS crews to install new service connections on Ward Avenue
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Popular Questions
What traffic changes are expected while BWS crews install new service connections on Ward Avenue?
Drivers should expect temporary traffic controls near the Ward Avenue work area while Board of Water Supply crews install the new service connections. Lane restrictions, narrowed lanes, or short delays may occur as crews and equipment occupy portions of the roadway. Allow extra travel time and follow posted signs, cones, and directions from traffic-control personnel.
How can drivers prepare for the Ward Avenue BWS service-connection work?
Drivers traveling through the Traffic Alert area for the BWS work on Ward Avenue should slow down and watch for changing lane patterns. Consider an alternate route if your trip does not require access to the affected section of Ward Avenue. Avoid stopping near the work zone, and leave additional space between vehicles when passing crews.
Will pedestrians and nearby residents be affected by the new BWS connections on Ward Avenue?
Pedestrians and residents near the Ward Avenue service-connection project may encounter construction activity, equipment, and temporary access changes. Use designated walkways and obey barricades rather than entering the work area. Nearby residents should allow extra time for local trips and follow any access instructions issued at the site.