08/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/17/2026 15:46
Published on August 17, 2026
Beginning on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, South Grandview Avenue will be closed on the south side of the intersection at 16th Street to allow crews to perform repairs on the concrete valley gutter.
Motorists should utilize East 16th Street to enter and exit the neighborhood.
Weather permitting, this work is anticipated to be completed in approximately one week.
Drivers are urged to use caution and reduced speeds while traveling near the construction area and may want to consider alternate routes.
Beginning on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Tallgrass Avenue will be closed from 85th Street to approximately one quarter mile north of Lincoln County Highway 106 (271st Street) to allow crews to install underground utilities and do grading work.
The proposed work includes watermain installation, storm drainage improvements, street widening, and gravel installation for a future concrete surfacing project.
Traffic will be detoured via 85th Street, Louise Avenue, and Lincoln County Highway 106 (271st Street). Access to residents and business along Tallgrass Avenue will be maintained during construction.
The street is anticipated to be reopened to traffic in late November.
Drivers are urged to use caution and reduced speeds while traveling near the construction area and may want to consider alternate routes.