Water Main Breaks Cause Road Closures, Traffic Disruptions Louisville, Delaware, Columbus

Several communities are experiencing significant traffic disruptions due to water main breaks that have caused extensive road damage and necessitated major repairs. In Louisville, a break at the intersection of 7th Street Road and Berry Boulevard near Shively has resulted in large chunks of the road becoming impassable; crews are repairing a 12-inch water main and road damage, with minimal impact on water service but requiring detours and caution for drivers. Similarly, Delaware, Ohio, faces a closure of William Street due to a ruptured 8-inch pressurized water line that damaged the road subbase, with ongoing road restoration and no set completion time. Additionally, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, East Columbus Avenue is closed for emergency water line repairs with detours in place and drivers advised to plan alternate routes and exercise caution. Authorities in all affected areas emphasize the importance of following detour signs and driving safely around work zones as crews work to restore infrastructure and minimize disruption. Public updates are being provided to keep residents informed about progress and expected reopenings.