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May 27, 2020                                                                                               517-342-1026

BWL to Close Westbound E. Hazel Street for Water Service Replacement 

The City of Lansing Public Service Department announces that the Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) will close westbound E. Hazel Street, between S. Hosmer Street and the railroad tracks, to replace water service. The work will begin on Monday, June 1, 2020, and is expected to last for two weeks.

Detours will be provided (see below).

Northbound Detour:
Northbound drivers on S. Pennsylvania Avenue will be detoured north to E. Kalamazoo Street and south to S. Larch Street.

Southbound Detour:
Southbound drivers on S. Pennsylvania Avenue will be detoured south to Baker Street and north to S. Cedar Street.

Access to local residencies and businesses adjacent to the work areas will be maintained during the duration of the project. Sidewalks in front of 735 E. Hazel Street will be closed.

Drivers are advised to expect delays and to seek alternate routes.