Water shut off in west Topeka area due to water main break

TOPEKA (KSNT) - City officials are warning locals of a water main break in west Topeka on Tuesday morning.

The City of Topeka posted to social media at 9:44 a.m. on Jan. 23 that it is monitoring a water main break at SW 21st St. and SW Westport Dr. The Utilities Department is working on the situation.

A follow-up post on social media at 11:39 a.m. from the City of Topeka stated that a lane closure will be in effect for westbound SW 21st Street until the break is fixed. The lane drop will begin east of the on/off ramps for nearby I-470. The middle left-turn lane for the northbound I-470 off-ramp will not be available. Reopening of the lane is expected to happen no later than Thursday, Jan. 25.

The City of Topeka asks motorists to avoid this area for the time being while the break is repaired. Water had to be shut off quickly due to the severity of this break and it is expected to impact area businesses. If your water was shut off and you weren't notified, you are encouraged to contact the city's Customer Service Center at 785-368-3111.

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