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State transportation officials are alerting Chemung County motorists a portion of state Route 14 through the Village of Elmira Heights will be temporarily closed the week of July 20.
The state Department of Transportation (DOT) advises residents that Oakwood Avenue (Route 14) between West 16th and West 17th streets in the village will be closed from Tuesday, July 21, through Friday, July 24, to accommodate sidewalk work.
The project is expected to be completed by the end of the week.
Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour utilizing West 17th Street and Glenwood Avenue while that section of Oakwood Avenue is closed.
Motorists should anticipate travel delays during this time and are advised to seek alternate routes if necessary, DOT said. Construction activities are weather dependent and subject to change based on conditions.
DOT also reminds motorists to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone. Convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver license.
For up-to-date travel information, residents can call 511, go to 511NY.org or download the free 511NY mobile app.
This article originally appeared on Elmira Star-Gazette: Stretch of Route 14 through Elmira Heights will be closed July 21-24
