LAKELAND, FL (October 18, 2022) | Starting Monday, October 24thth, the City of Lakeland Water Department will replace an older and problematic asbestos water main with PVC pipe along the east side of Lake Hollingsworth Drive between Collins Lane and Crystal Lake Drive. The project is in the current budget cycle at a cost of $175,000 and will take about six weeks to complete.
Bill Anderson, Director of Water Services said, “The aging infrastructure has reached the end of its life and the newer PVC pipes will provide more reliable service to customers in the affected area. This is a heavily used area and we certainly apologize for the inconvenience of the road closure along Lake Hollingsworth Drive, but it is necessary to complete the project.”
Both lanes of Lake Hollingsworth Drive will be closed to traffic between Nevada Road and Crystal Lake Drive. The Lake Hollingsworth Multi-Use Trail will not be affected by the construction project. When possible, the southbound and bicycle lanes will be opened subject to construction conditions. Those living in the affected area will have clean, potable water and should not notice any changes in water quality during the water main replacement project.
Detours will be in effect and there will be message boards on Lake Hollingsworth Drive notifying drivers and pedestrians of the road closure. A map depicting the diversions and location of the project is attached.
CONTACT
Kevin Cook
Director of Communications
City of Lakeland
863.834.6264
[email protected]
About Lakeland
The city of Lakeland was incorporated in January 1885 and has grown to become one of the largest inland communities in Florida. With a current population of over 100,000, Lakeland continues to grow. It has been designated a Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area by the US Census Bureau for more than 30 years. With tourist attractions and bay beaches only an hour away, Lakeland continues to take advantage of its ideal central Florida location along the I-4 corridor. The city owns and operates Lakeland Electric, the third largest public utility in Florida and was one of the first to provide power to the Sunshine State over 115 years ago.
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