Construction Impacts: June-July 2026
Planned Water Shutdowns
Temporary water shutdowns are currently anticipated in the Centralville project area for utility connection work:
- June 30: Ennell Street at Hildreth Street
- June 30: Lakeview Avenue at Bunker Hill Avenue
- June 30: Willard Street near Market Basket
- July 1: Willard Street at Beacon Street
- July 8: Ludlam Street at Barker Street
Affected residents will be notified in advance whenever possible. Schedule is subject to change based on weather and construction conditions.
Traffic & Road Closures
| Street / Area | Limits | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunker Hill Avenue | Lakeview Avenue to West Sixth Street | Full Road Closure | Ongoing 24-hour closure for culvert, sewer, drainage, and water main installation. Detours remain in place. |
| W. 6th Street at Bunker Hill Avenue | Intersection area | 24-Hour Closure Anticipated | Crews are targeting the week of July 13–17 for a 24-hour closure and detour. Exact timing is subject to change based on field conditions and construction progress. |
| VFW Parkway Corridor | Project work area | Traffic Impacts Expected | Traffic controls, temporary fencing, erosion controls, guardrail removal, and site preparation activities are expected in advance of future utility work. |
| Billings Street | Project work area | Partial Traffic Impacts | Water service work and utility activities are expected to continue. Expect delays near active work zones. |
| Ludlam Street | Project work area | Partial Traffic Impacts | Water service work is expected to continue. Intermittent traffic impacts may occur near active construction areas. |
| Willard Street | Near Market Basket and Beacon Street | Partial Traffic Impacts / Planned Water Shutdowns | New water main installation and related utility work are expected. Planned water shutdowns are anticipated in this area. |
| Hildreth Street | Near Ennell Street and adjacent work areas | Partial Traffic Impacts / Planned Water Shutdown | Rock drilling, water main testing, disinfection, and related utility work are expected to continue. |
| Various Locations | Project Area | Intermittent Traffic Impacts | Water main testing, disinfection, utility commissioning, construction traffic, temporary detours, and parking restrictions may occur throughout the project area. |
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- 451 First Street Boulevard Lowell, MA 01850
- sewer@lowellma.gov
- (978) 674-4248