Portion of busy Lincoln street temporarily closed for tree removal

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Department on Thursday announced the closure of a busy Lincoln street.

South 27th Street between Van Dorn and Calvert streets will close for emergency tree removal from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday.

The recommended detour for northbound traffic is Calvert Street to 33rd Street to Sheridan Boulevard to Van Dorn Street.

Southbound traffic is recommended to take Van Dorn Street to Sheridan Boulevard to 33rd Street to Calvert Street.

For more information on street closures, StarTran routes and detours, visit LTU’s website.