Elmhurst, IL – Commuters in Elmhurst should plan for delays Tuesday, December 30, as St. Charles Road closes between Prospect and Cottage Hill Avenues for emergency water main repairs.
According to the City of Elmhurst, the closure will begin at 9 a.m. and remain in place for the duration of the day while crews complete the necessary repairs. Both eastbound and westbound lanes will be blocked, with detours routed through nearby residential streets.
A detour map shared by the Elmhurst Police Department shows eastbound drivers redirected south along Poplar Avenue before turning east, while westbound traffic will detour north on Cottage Hill Avenue. The city encourages drivers to allow extra travel time and avoid the area if possible.
Officials said the work is essential to maintain local water service reliability and thanked residents for their patience during the repair. Drivers can view detailed detour information on the official website.
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