The City ofColumbia Public Works Departmentannounced today that beginning at11:00 pmon Wednesday March 20, Aplex, Inc. ofLinnMO.will temporarily closeSt. Charles Roadto install a new water line.

This closure will result in a temporary detour throughFreedom DriveandRemm Drive.  St. Charles Rd.will reopen to through traffic no later than7: 00 amon Friday March 22. Motorists and pedestrians are urged to exercise extreme caution when in the construction area and use an alternate route whenever possible.