TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Water Department has announced ongoing lane and road closures across several key areas in the city as crews work to complete extensive repairs related to previous water main breaks.
Motorists are urged to use caution and consider alternate routes, as traffic disruptions are expected to continue through the week. Officials anticipate that normal traffic patterns will resume by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 24, pending favorable weather conditions.
1. Lane Closure on East Osborne Avenue at North 34th Street
- Location: Westbound lane on East Osborne Avenue between North 34th Street and North 35th Street
- Closure Schedule: The lane will remain closed daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., reopening overnight.
- Expected Completion: Friday, January 24, at 5 p.m.
- Details: Barricades and signs are in place to direct traffic, and drivers are advised to exercise caution in the area.
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2. Full Road Closure on Tampa Street between West Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and North Tampa Street
- Location: Tampa Street closed between West Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and North Tampa Street
- Expected Completion: Friday, January 24, at 5 p.m.
- Details: Barricades and detour signs have been installed to assist with rerouting. The Water Department may need to return at a later date for additional work.
3. Full Road Closure on North Tampa Street between East Kentucky Avenue and East Indiana Avenue
- Location: North Tampa Street between East Kentucky Avenue and East Indiana Avenue
- Closure Start Time: 9 a.m. on January 22
- Expected Completion: Friday, January 24, at 5 p.m.
- Details: Traffic is being diverted with the use of barricades and signage. Drivers are encouraged to plan alternate routes.
The Tampa Water Department is actively working to minimize disruptions and ensure public safety. Motorists should anticipate possible delays and plan their commutes accordingly.
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