Traffic Alert: S. Pleasant Street

Media release

WATERTOWN, NY —  The City of Watertown’s Department of Public Works crew will be installing a new sanitary sewer main line located in the 300 block of Pleasant Street.

Starting Wednesday, September 2 at 6:30 a.m. the intersection of Academy St. and South Pleasant St. will be closed to traffic, along with the 300 block of South Pleasant St. between the intersection of Academy St. and Harrison St.

Starting Thursday, September 3 at 7:30 a.m. the 300 block of South Pleasant Street between the intersection of Academy Street and Harrison Street will be closed to traffic.

Local residents should make arrangements to park on Harrison Street during the hours of 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Motorists should exercise caution when encountering work zones and are encouraged to use alternate routes to avoid possible delays.

Public Works crews will follow standard protocol to establish traffic control by installing temporary barricades, signage, and having on-site flagmen throughout the duration of the project.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes during construction. If in this area, motorists should exercise extreme caution when encountering work crews and work zones.

The Department of Public Works would like to thank you for your patience and
cooperation while this work is completed.