ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Officials in Allentown are warning drivers of closures and lane restrictions that are in place as part of an ongoing project expected to last into next month.

The work, which began yesterday, will take place in five phases as part of ongoing repairs to the Center Square waterline at 7th & Hamilton.

The restrictions are as follows:

10/20–10/22: Lane restrictions only

10/23–10/29: No left turn onto Hamilton St. (southbound 7th St.)

10/30–10/31: Lane restrictions only

11/3–11/4: No right turn onto 7th St. (eastbound Hamilton St.)

11/5–11/14: Lane restrictions only

Officials say the work is the first stage of the Center Square Redesign Project, which is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2026.

Drives are advised to plan ahead and use caution when traveling through the area.