Street Closure for Construction, July 18

City of Coos Bay release – The City of Coos Bay contracted with Benny Hempstead Excavating, Inc. to perform the emergency sewer replacement of the sanitary sewer line located along South 10th Street. Construction work will begin Wednesday, July 18th. For safety reasons, this work will require a full road closure from July 23rd through August 8th. Traffic will be detoured around the work zone on to South 7th Street during the hours between 8:00 am until 6:00 pm. There will be no on street parking in this portion of South 10th Street while the replacement is underway. Drivers and pedestrians are advised to please exercise caution within the construction zone and detour area. The contractor will work with the affected home owners as needed. Any questions can be directed to Public Works, Engineering Division at 541-269-8918.