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Portion of Paula Drive in Champaign to be closed for water main installation

Portion of Paula Drive in Champaign to be closed for water main installation

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CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — In order to complete water main installation, A&R Services and Illinois American Water will close Paula Drive between Powers Lane and McKinley Avenue.  A map of the affected area can be seen below.

The closure will begin on Monday, April 6, and is planned to reopen on Friday, April 10, 2026. During the closure, through traffic will not be allowed; however, access will be maintained to all local properties.

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