Hill Street Closed for Two Weeks, Sanitary Sewer Work Begins

Municipal crews began work on Hill Street on Monday December 8, closing the roadway between Battleground Avenue and West Bessemer Avenue while crews install or repair sanitary sewer infrastructure. The closure is scheduled to remain in place through Tuesday December 23. Hill Street is closed to through traffic for the duration of the project, but Latham Skate Park will be accessible from Battleground Avenue.

Motorists should expect delays in and around the work area and plan alternate routes for daily commutes and errands. Work schedules will vary depending on weather conditions and the availability of materials and equipment, so residents may see shifts in activity and temporary lane or access changes during the two week period. Those who rely on Hill Street for regular travel should allow extra time and consider detours a part of their routine until the project concludes.

The city encourages people to monitor conditions and route changes by visiting the City road projects page, where maps and email notifications about upcoming work on City streets are available. Construction on sanitary sewer lines can involve excavation and temporary restoration of pavement, which may affect adjacent sidewalks and parking in the short term. Property access for homes and businesses directly on the closed segment will be constrained by the work site, and residents should expect on site signage and personnel to direct local access where possible.

This repair and installation work is part of ongoing municipal efforts to maintain and upgrade basic utility systems that support public health and community growth. While inconveniences are likely during the construction window, the improvements aim to reduce future disruptions from sewer failures and to bring the underground system up to current standards. Drivers, pedestrians, and park visitors should follow posted detours and updates on the City road projects page to minimize delays and maintain safety near the work zone.