Attention commuters and night owls, you might need to consider alternative routes next week as maintenance work is set to clear up the untamed green encroaching on some of Dublin's roadways. The city has scheduled maintenance for U.S. 33 eastbound to the 270 north ramp and Sawmill Road, promising a trimmer and more navigable drive once the works are complete. According to the City of Dublin's official announcement, crews will be out and about, working diligently in the wee hours to minimize disruption.
On Wednesday, May 14, between 2 and 7 a.m., U.S. 33 eastbound to the 270 north ramp will be off-limits for travelers. The north ramp will be closed as workers tackle the overgrowth. If you're looking to detour, options include heading to 270 southbound or staying on 33 eastbound. With the road closure confirmed, police will be on site to guide and probably entertain sleepy drivers with their bright flashing lights. Missing the exit might not be as annoying with a police light show to watch.
The May Berm Cleaning continues the following day, on Thursday, May 15, targeting Sawmill Road from Billingsly Road South to Martin Road. From 2 to 7 a.m., the left lane on both northbound and southbound Sawmill Road will see rolling closures, so plan for some stop-and-go if you're passing through, or better yet, reroute if you can. While it may be a small inconvenience, the cleaner, clearer roads ahead should be worth the brief disruption.
For those who rely on these routes for their early morning commutes, the city has helpfully provided a detour map. However, it also seems that the map will only serve to redirect traffic, not clear the towering weeds themselves as initially hoped by some reading the announcement too quickly. For additional details and a visual guide to navigate around the closures, check the link provided by the City of Dublin's news post.
