Projects will impact traffic starting July 21

Spokane, WALocal News

Starting July 21, two construction projects in Spokane will disrupt traffic, specifically on South Freya St. and Lincoln St. South Freya St. will close between 13th Ave. and 21st Ave.

for the replacement of over 3,000 feet of water main and street surface repairs, with completion expected in late October. Lincoln St. will undergo rehabilitation of swale plantings, with work scheduled intermittently throughout the summer. Motorists should use Hartson Ave. , South Ray St.

, and East 29th Ave. as detours. Local access will be maintained for residents during the work. Flaggers will be present to manage vehicle traffic on Lincoln St. , which may lead to delays.

Pedestrian detours will be established when sidewalks are obstructed by construction activities. Current obstruction information is available on the city’s construction webpage.

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