RAPID CITY, S.D. – Water service has been restored after a water main break disrupted service to approximately 100 residences in Rapid City on Tuesday.
The break occurred near the intersection of Lacrosse Street and Omaha Street, affecting roughly 50 homes and 50 apartment units. Areas impacted included portions of East New York Street, Racine Street, and East Chicago Street in the 400 and 500 blocks.
City crews worked throughout the afternoon to repair the damaged line and successfully restored water service at around 5 p.m. Officials say updates were provided as repairs progressed.
While water service has returned to normal, the repair work continues to impact traffic in the area. Northbound traffic on North Lacrosse Street has been reduced to a single lane near the work zone.
Drivers are being asked to use caution, watch for utility crews, and slow down when traveling through the area until all repairs are complete and normal traffic patterns resume.
ORIGIONAL STORY:
RAPID CITY, S.D. A water main break in Rapid City is affecting service to roughly 100 residences this afternoon.
City crews are working to repair the break near the intersection of Lacrosse Street and Omaha Street. Officials say about 50 homes and 50 apartment units have experienced water service disruptions.
The affected area includes portions of East New York Street, Racine Street, and East Chicago Street in the 400 and 500 blocks.
City officials expect repairs to be completed by this evening and say updates will be provided as they become available.
The water line break is also impacting traffic in the area. Northbound traffic on North Lacrosse Street has been reduced to a single lane near the repair site.
Drivers are urged to use caution, watch for crews, and reduce their speed while traveling through the area.
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