Work is slated to begin this week on phase 2 of the water main replacement project on Lincoln Road from Ballfield Road to the railroad tracks and eventually South Great Road.
The first three weeks of construction activity will include installation of a temporary water bypass system starting near Ballfield Road, according to the Department of Public Works. Work will usually take place between 8:30am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday, though after the school year ends on June 18, it may begin as early as 7:00am. Weekend and holiday work is not expected.
Once work begins, there may be temporary lane shifts. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained, but some properties may be contacted directly to coordinate temporary water service connections. After the temporary bypass is in place, there will likely be single-lane traffic operations through the active work zone during construction hours. Drivers should plan for slower travel through Lincoln Road, especially during morning and afternoon commute periods. Local access will be maintained, but through-traffic may wish to allow extra time or consider alternate routes when work is active.
The town may use message boards and website updates to provide more specific weekly information as the contractor submits two-week look-ahead schedules. Subscribe to the email list for official town notices here.
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