Part of 98th Street in Lincoln to close Monday

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A part of 98th Street between Leighton Avenue and Holdrege Street will be closed Monday for water main and storm sewer construction.

The area will be open to local access only, city officials say.

Lincoln Transportation and Utilities expect the project to be completed on Sept 19.

Travelers are recommended to use Adams Street to North 84th Street to Holdrege Street as a detour.

Digital signs will alert traffic to upcoming work and closures.

Travelers are encouraged to seek an alternate route and exercise caution around the work zone.

Project dates are subject to change due to weather and unforeseen circumstances.