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Construction begins on 8th Street

MORGANTOWN –

Motorists can expect delays on Kingwood Street and 8th Street as Dominion Energy upgrades gas pipelines in the area.

Construction on 8th Street, between Grant Avenue and University Avenue, is expected to last through June 9. Construction on Kingwood Street, between Pennsylvania Avenue and Brockway Avenue, is expected to last through Aug. 7.

Delays are expected from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. on weekdays. Kingwood Street will be closed between Pennsylvania Avenue and Brockway Avenue for most traffic. Flaggers will be present, and a detour route will be provided. Traffic will be one lane on 8th Street between Grant Avenue and University Avenue where crews are working. Through traffic will be maintained using flaggers. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead.

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