Oak Forest, IL – A significant water main construction project begins today at the intersection of 157th Place and Oak Park Avenue. This project, part of the Oak Lawn Regional Water System’s infrastructure improvements, will involve installing a 36-inch water transmission main using the open cut method. The construction will head west and north, potentially causing disruptions in the area.
According to the Village of Oak Forest, the work is expected to last through the end of the year. Detours will be in place, and local officials are advising drivers to plan alternate routes. Affected areas include portions of Harlem Avenue and several local roads.
Residents and businesses in the vicinity should expect delays and occasional water service interruptions. The city will provide updates on progress and further disruptions as the project continues.
