UPDATE:
City crews have finished roadwork on S. Staples Street, from McArdle Road to the westbound South Padre Island Drive (SPID) frontage road, and traffic has returned to normal.
UPDATE:
Public Works and Engineering Department officials say several lanes along southbound Staples Street will be closed as city crews continue to make repairs.
Staples Street between McArdle Road and the westbound South Padre Island Drive (SPID) frontage road will be closed to traffic.
"Local access will be provided to businesses in the area. Residents are urged to seek alternative routes to avoid delays," said city officials.
ORIGINAL:
City crews are performing roadwork following emergency utility repairs at the intersection of South Staples and South Padre Island Drive.
Officials said the road construction work is causing lane closures from McArdle Road to SPID; however, it is expected to be completed by Thursday evening.
"Safety remains a top priority, and motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays, remain aware of the work zone, and follow posted signs," said city officials.
For more information on the city's latest roadwork projects, visit the Public Works webpage here.