Attention drivers on Franklin Road, your commute might hit a snag. Today, there will be a partial road closure due to sewer maintenance work being done by Lawrence Utilities. The crew will be performing high-pressure cleaning on the sewer main beneath the road, impacting traffic flow.
Specifically, the interior lanes northbound, and southbound, between 45th St. and 46th St. will be shut down. But don’t worry, those feeling the itch to bypass the blockage can take a sigh of relief — Lawrence hasn't left drivers completely in the lurch. The exterior lanes in both directions will remain open to traffic, maintaining a steady albeit reduced flow.
This road work is a temporary inconvenience, planned to last just a couple of hours from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. It's set to ensure that beneath the surface, our urban lifelines keep humming without a hitch. Commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly to avoid delays.
For more details on the partial road closure, the City of Lawrence has published a notification on their official website. The statement advises motorists, "They will be closing both interior lanes (north and south bound) between 45th St. and 46th St. Traffic will still be able to flow in both exterior lanes." This maintenance work is a routine necessity, ensuring that infrastructure woes don't bubble up to the surface.
