Overview

• Police closed eastbound lanes from Lake Avenue to the West 45th Street entrance as traffic backups grew Wednesday morning.
• Crews are closing additional valves across surrounding neighborhoods to control flow to the leak without disrupting service.
• The break involves a 36-inch main first identified last Thursday, according to the utility.
• Officials say the main’s proximity to the Garrett Morgan Treatment Plant, a water tower, and other mains complicates the work.
• Drivers reported severe delays and detours, with some calling roads parking lots, and authorities have not provided a repair timeline.