Downtown Lewiston Water Main Replacement Begins March 9th

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The city of Lewiston has announced that work on replacing the water main in the downtown area will begin the week of March 9th. The first phase will focus on 3rd Street between D and Beachey streets, with the street being closed during construction. Once that is completed in mid-April, the project will move to D Street between 1st and 3rd streets, where traffic will be reduced to one lane and parking will be limited.

Why it matters

Maintaining and upgrading critical infrastructure like water mains is essential for a city's functioning, but can also cause disruptions to residents and businesses during the construction process. The downtown area is a key commercial district, so managing the impact on traffic and access will be important.

The details

According to a press release from the city, the water main replacement project will be completed in two phases. The first phase will focus on 3rd Street between D and Beachey streets, with that section of the street being closed during the construction work. Once that portion is finished in mid-April, the project will move to D Street between 1st and 3rd streets, where traffic will be reduced to one lane and parking will be limited.

• The water main replacement project will begin the week of March 9, 2026.
• The first phase on 3rd Street is expected to be completed by mid-April 2026.
• The second phase on D Street is expected to be finished by June 2026.

What’s next

Residents and businesses in the downtown Lewiston area should prepare for traffic disruptions and limited parking during the two-phase water main replacement project.