Intense heat sparks flood of water main breaks in Capital City
Published: Jun. 21, 2022 at 5:19 PM CDT
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Days of intense heat have sparked a flood of water main breaks around the Capital City.
The City of Topeka says on Tuesday, June 21, that over the holiday weekend a total of 5 water mains broke which have caused the following closures:
| Location | Closure and Damage | Expected Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SW 11th St. from Kansas Ave. to SW Jackson St. | Fully closed, extensively damaged and could require a longer repair time. | 3 weeks or more |
| SW 28th St. east of SW Wanamaker | Fully closed. Businesses can be accessed via SW Westport Plaza Dr. from SW 29th St. | 2-3 weeks |
| SW 8th and SW Summit | Summit is closed just north of the intersection. | 2-3 weeks |
| SW 21st St. west of Gage | Closed. Has entered the pavement repair stage with a tentative open date. | Possibly open by Monday, June 27 |
| SE 17th St. between Kansas Ave. and Quincy St. | To be fully closed starting Monday, June 27 or Tuesday, June 28. | 2-3 weeks |
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