Travelers in DeKalb County should brace for delays as the Department of Watershed Management (DWM) has announced lane closures on North Druid Hills Road for restoration work. The closures, which will occur between Spring Creek Road and Willivee Drive, are necessary to complete repairs following the installation of a new water main, according to a DeKalb County news release.
The work is scheduled in two phases. The first closure, for valve insertion, began at 7:30 a.m. last Saturday and ended at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. The second round of closures, for road paving, will take place on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and on Friday, Feb. 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Motorists should plan for added travel time or seek alternate routes to bypass the construction zone.
Local engineers and construction crews are said to be working diligently to minimize disruptions. Despite their efforts, residents and business owners in the vicinity can expect some inconvenience during the scheduled lane closures. The DWM urges those affected to contact their Project Information Line at 1-800-986-1108 or send an email to [email protected] for further details or questions regarding the project.
While the repairs are a temporary hiccup in the daily ebb and flow of traffic, the department reassures that the enhancements to the county's water infrastructure are a necessary step in securing the long-term reliability of the service. For those seeking additional information on the lane closures, the full details can be found on the county's website.
