Hyde Park, N.Y. – A massive utility transformer will move through Dutchess County tonight, forcing rolling road closures and major delays across Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, and Lagrange beginning at 5:30 p.m. Drivers should expect lengthy stoppages as crews escort the slow-moving load along key routes.
According to the New York State Police, the operation will start in Hyde Park and impact Route 9, Crumb Elbow Road, Netherwood Road, Salt Point Turnpike, West Road, and both Routes 44 and 55 into Lagrange. Utility teams will need to lift power lines as the oversized transformer passes, causing traffic to stop for extended periods.
Travelers on these roads should avoid the area if possible and plan for alternate routes. School buses, commuters, and emergency vehicles could all face significant delays during the evening rush. Police are urging everyone to allow extra travel time, monitor local updates, and keep clear of the moving convoy.
Residents in Hyde Park, Pleasant Valley, and Lagrange should charge devices and prepare for potential utility work. The operation is expected to last several hours, with traffic patterns returning to normal once the move is complete.
Further advisories could be issued if delays extend into late evening.
