News Summary
The eastbound lanes of Route 2, also known as the Shoreway, remain closed following a significant water main break. The closure extends from Lake Avenue to W. 45th Street, impacting traffic as repairs are underway. Westbound lanes are still operational but experiencing water accumulation. The incident has caused notable traffic disruptions, particularly during a busy holiday weekend, raising concerns among local businesses and residents about increased congestion and safety issues. Cleveland Water is managing the repairs but has not provided a timeline for when the lanes will reopen.
Cleveland – Eastbound lanes of Route 2, commonly referred to as the Shoreway, remain closed due to a significant water main break. The closure, which began late last week, extends from the intersection of Lake Avenue and the Shoreway to the W. 45th Street exit and is still in effect as of Tuesday. Repair teams from Cleveland Water are actively working on a 36-inch water main leak that has resulted in substantial water covering parts of the Shoreway.
Initially, traffic barriers were set up to reroute vehicles around the flooded area; however, the situation has escalated to a complete closure of the eastbound lanes. Meanwhile, westbound lanes of the Shoreway remain operational but are still affected by the water accumulation. As traffic disruptions continue, gridlock, safety concerns, and heightened frustration among drivers have been reported in the area.
Residents have been experiencing significant traffic congestion, particularly as the water main break coincided with the Cleveland National Air Show over Labor Day weekend, which typically attracts large crowds and increases traffic. Local business owners have also expressed concern regarding the impact of the road closure on customer flow, fearing a decrease in patrons due to the disrupted access routes.
Cleveland Water has not provided an estimated timeline for when repairs will be completed. The utility agency stated that the complexity of the repairs is influenced by the age of the water main and its proximity to other critical infrastructure. In the interim, crews have been closing additional valves in the area to control the water flow while still maintaining service to customers.
As the situation unfolds, confusion among drivers is rising, leading to potential safety hazards and driving disputes on the affected routes. Cleveland Water is overseeing the ongoing repair efforts but has refrained from disclosing a specific resolution timeline, which leaves many commuters in uncertainty regarding when normal traffic flow may resume.
In summary, the closure of eastbound lanes on the Shoreway due to a water main break has created notable traffic disruptions in Cleveland. With local authorities working diligently to address the issue, the situation continues to evolve, impacting both commuters and local businesses.
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