# Traverse City Water Service Line Replacement Creates Street Closures in Fifth, Eighth and Other Blocks
Traverse City crews are replacing private galvanized water lines that were once connected to lead, a project expected to cause disruptions until fall 2026. The work will affect multiple neighborhoods across the city.
Work Scheduled for Multiple Blocks
Sewer team members and the City of Traverse City Water and Wastewater Maintenance Division began replacing private galvanized water lines this month. Crews will perform work during the week of May 18 at the 500 block of Fifth, the 200 block of E. Eighth, the 200 block of E. Tenth, the 100 block of E. Fifteenth, the 1300 block of S. Union and the 1300 block of Cass.
The construction will cause lane shifts, lane closures and sidewalk closures throughout the affected areas. The project is expected to be finished in fall 2026. Officials said the work will generate dust and noise while causing disruptions to pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular traffic with intermittent closures of streets.
Traffic and Access Remains Available
Appropriate signage will be in place and access to all homes and businesses will be maintained. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes to reduce congestion and promote worker safety.
Residents with questions can contact the Water and Wastewater Maintenance Division at (231) 922-4923. More information is available at this link.
Traverse City crews are replacing private galvanized water lines connected to lead, a project expected to cause disruptions until fall 2026. - 9and10News.com
Replacement Project Details
This water service line replacement project addresses lead and galvanized water line infrastructure across the city. The work targets older pipe systems that have been in service for many years.
The project falls under the city's ongoing effort to improve water quality and infrastructure reliability for residents throughout the Traverse City area.
Sources:
- 9and10News.com - https://www.9and10news.com/2026/05/15/traverse-city-water-service-line-replacement-project-moves-to-fifth-eighth-streets/