Cedar Lake, IN – Drivers in Cedar Lake and surrounding Lake County communities should plan for delays next week as a section of Parish Avenue is closed for scheduled utility work beginning Tuesday.
According to the Cedar Lake Police Department, Parish Avenue will be closed between West 117th Avenue and West 133rd Avenue starting Tuesday and is expected to remain shut down through Friday. The closure is tied to work being performed by NIPSCO, and crews are expected to be on-site daily during the closure window.
The affected stretch of Parish Avenue is a key north-south route for residents traveling between Cedar Lake neighborhoods and nearby commercial areas, including access toward Crown Point and other parts of Northwest Indiana. Motorists who normally rely on Parish Avenue should expect increased traffic on nearby roads, especially during morning and afternoon commute hours.
Police say designated alternate routes include Cline Avenue and Wicker Avenue (U.S. 41). Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time and follow posted detour signage in the area. Local officials also urge motorists to slow down near work zones and remain alert for construction workers and equipment.
No timeline changes have been announced, but the project is scheduled to conclude by Friday, January 23, 2026, weather permitting. Residents with questions or concerns about the closure or the work being performed are advised to contact NIPSCO directly.
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