Crews to Close Parts of Busy Montgomery Co. Road for Water Main Repairs

Traffic on West Schantz Avenue will be closed between South Patterson Boulevard and Far Hills Avenue.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Parts of a busy Montgomery County road will be closed today due to water main repairs. The Montgomery County Environmental Services (MCES) has a road closure to repair a broken water main on West Schantz Avenue, which may impact both the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

Why it matters

Road closures can significantly disrupt traffic patterns and commutes, especially on a busy thoroughfare like West Schantz Avenue. Timely repairs to water infrastructure are crucial to maintaining reliable service and preventing further disruptions.

The details

Crews will post 'Road Closed to Through Traffic' signs at the intersections of West Schantz Avenue and South Patterson Boulevard, and West Schantz Avenue and Far Hills Avenue. 'Road closed' signs will also be placed at the intersections of Kramer Road and West Schantz Avenue, and Waving Willow Drive and West Schantz Avenue. The hard closures will restrict traffic but allow limited access for residents entering and exiting nearby neighborhoods. Vehicles exiting the commercial complex on Sugar Camp Circle will be required to turn east toward Far Hills Avenue, and access westbound on West Schantz Avenue from Sugar Camp Circle will not be permitted during the closure.

  • The road closure will be in effect today, February 18, 2026.

The players

Montgomery County Environmental Services (MCES)

The local government agency responsible for managing water infrastructure and services in Montgomery County, Ohio.

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What they’re saying

“All vehicles exiting the commercial complex on Sugar Camp Circle will be required to turn east toward Far Hills Avenue. Access westbound on West Schantz Avenue from Sugar Camp Circle will not be permitted during the closure.”

— MCES, Spokesperson (whio.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Timely repairs to water infrastructure are crucial to maintaining reliable service and preventing further disruptions. While road closures can significantly impact commutes, they are necessary to address issues like broken water mains and ensure the continued functioning of essential public services.