October 9, 2020 Traffic Update: Expect continued lane closures along E. Alessandro Boulevard
As of Friday, Oct. 9, closures along east and westbound Alessandro Boulevard between Barton and Alexander streets continue as Western Municipal Water District crews work around the clock to complete emergency repairs on an underground pipeline. To maintain water service to affected customers, a temporary fix has been put in place to keep water flowing.
October 8, 2020 Traffic Alert: Lane closures schedules along Alessandro Boulevard for water leak repairs
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 8 at approximately 6 p.m., Riverside motorists can expect overnight lane closures along both the east and westbound lanes of E. Alessandro Boulevard from Barton to Alexander streets. The lane closures are necessary to accommodate emergency repair work along a water line located in the street. Duration of repair work is not yet known but updates will be provided when available.
Water customers affected by the water leak will receive direct notice by Western Municipal Water District (Western).
Two-way traffic will be maintained and standard traffic control measures with advanced warning signs will be in place. Motorists are urged to follow all traffic control measures, drive with caution through the work area, and plan extra time for travel to your destinations.
On Thursday, Oct. 8 at approximately 3 p.m., Western crews identified an underground water leak along a 12-inch pipeline, which requires immediate repair work.
Providing customers with consistent delivery of safe, reliable drinking water is a top priority, and Western is taking every step to complete the repair work as quickly as possible.
For more information about the work, contact Western’s Operations Department at 951.789.5100.
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Western Municipal Water District is one of the largest public agencies in Riverside County, providing water and wastewater (sewer) services to nearly a million people, both retail and wholesale customers who live, work and play within 527-square miles in one of California’s most populous regions. Learn more: wmwd.com.
