Residents and commuters in the Cedar Lake area are set to experience a brief respite from construction activities as the contractor, Eureka Construction, takes a break from July 4th to July 7th, the city informs. Operations are expected to pick up again on July 8th. This pause comes amidst ongoing improvements on Cedar Lake Road, stretching from Jordan Avenue to the east driveway of Westwood Lutheran Church.
Traffic patterns have been notably disrupted since June 10th due to a steadfast closure designed to expeditiously clear the way for the comprehensive West Stage of the 2024 Cedar Lake Road project. Motorists have been detoured, a measure set to persist until the tentative completion date of July 31st, weather permitting. The city has requested the public's patience and cooperation, urging drivers to follow the posted detour around the construction zone.
Underground utility work has been dominating the construction efforts, with water main replacement poised to wrap up within the week. Subsequently, all residences are to transition accordingly from temporary above-ground water services to their new and presumably improved underground amenities. "The replacement of sanitary and storm sewer structures to start the week of July 8," as detailed by an announcement on the project's progress.
Looking into the weeks ahead, Cedar Lake Road will witness a flurry of further excavations. First, to trench deep for utility replacements, then to finally grade the street starting the week of July 15. The hard surfaces will come next, as new concrete curbs are to be installed along the thoroughfare. It's essential for residents to not overlook the practicalities; solid waste carts should be brought out curbside by 7 a.m. on the usual days of collection to ensure seamless coordination between city staff and waste haulers.
Alongside the municipal work, the presence of private utility companies will remain a constant along Cedar Lake Road, going all the way from Jordan Avenue to Rhode Island Avenue. While essential, their operations might result in occasional sidewalks and shoulder closures, adding another layer of complexity to the local navigation. For continued updates on what to expect during the ongoing construction, the community is encouraged to view the 2024 Cedar Lake Road Improvements Newsletter and visit the project website.
The city extended apologies for any inconveniences caused by the construction and thanked residents for their understanding during these transformative improvements to their streets and utilities. This extensive refurbishment of infrastructure is not just about paving roads but laying down the groundwork for a community poised to move forward, seamlessly into the future.
