TRAFFIC ALERT: MULTIPLE ST. CROIX ROADWAYS TO EXPERIENCE LANE CLOSURES STARTING MONDAY

Infrastructure survey work to affect multiple roads in Mid-Island, Christiansted and Christiansted Town; drivers urged to expect delays and exercise caution.

ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands — Motorists across St. Croix should prepare for temporary lane closures beginning Monday, November 2, as Kiewit Corporation announces a series of scheduled field activities connected to the Rebuild USVI initiative.

According to a public notice issued by Kiewit, the temporary traffic disruptions will affect several roadways throughout the island as crews conduct field surveys for planned improvements to water, sewer and electrical infrastructure.

The work is scheduled to take place Monday through Friday, November 2–6, during regular business hours, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Kiewit said the activities may require temporary traffic control measures, including flaggers, traffic cones, signage and other safety precautions. Motorists are encouraged to allow additional travel time and remain patient when approaching active work zones.

AREAS AND ROADWAYS AFFECTED

MID-ISLAND

Six locations have been identified for temporary lane closures:

Mon Bi Jou Road/Midland Road: Beginning at the Mon Bi Jou Road and Midland Road traffic light intersection, crews will travel north along Canaan Road, also known as Mon Bi Jou Road, toward Frangipani.

Northside Road: Work will begin at the Mon Bi Jou traffic light intersection and proceed east toward Northside Road, near the corner gas station and N. In N. Out Service Station.

Mon Bi Jou Road toward Alfredo Andrews Elementary School: Crews will travel south from the Mon Bi Jou traffic light, passing John H. Woodson and Mon Bi Jou Bit Site, toward the intersection at Alfredo Elementary School.

Beulah Way: Beginning after the Kingshill Post Office, crews will work along Jean Romney Memorial Drive, also known as Beulah Way, passing Alfredo Andrews Elementary School and proceeding toward the National Guard Facility.

Bethlehem Road: Work will begin at the Beulah Way intersection and continue south along Bethlehem Road toward the Bethlehem Soccer Stadium.

Central High School area: Crews will travel north from the Central High School traffic light, passing Kingshill Cemetery toward the intersection near the Candido Guadalupe Housing Development (Frisenberg Project) and Alfredo Andrews Elementary School.

CHRISTIANSTED

Three additional locations are expected to experience temporary lane closures:

Morning Star Road: Work will begin near Vista Mar Condominiums and proceed west toward the Salt River Road intersection.

Rattan Road and Five Corners: Crews will work along Rattan Road approaching Five Corners, traveling east toward Harbor View Apartment on Erik Lawaetz Drive.

Additional work will take place from Five Corners southeast along Governor Mapp Highway, passing McDonald's and turning left at District Court House toward Erik Lawaetz Drive, just before Breezes Restaurant.

Governor Kenneth Mapp Highway/Northside Road: Beginning at Five Corners, crews will travel west, passing the former Avis Newspaper building and Chocolate BBQ Restaurant, ending between Twin City Dental Care and the Fish Market/Vista Mar Condominiums.

CHRISTIANSTED TOWN

Downtown Christiansted: Field activities will begin on the street passing Water Gut toward the entrance of the seaplane area and continue around the Government Parking Lot on King Cross Street.

The work will also include Strand Street, heading west and passing Crucian Gold and the Government Parking Lot; Prince Street in front of Sugar Apple Bed and Breakfast; Queen Cross Street toward Caravelle Hotel and Casino; and King Street heading east, passing Government House toward Hospital Street and the National Park Service parking lot entrance at Christiansted Fort.

MOTORISTS URGED TO EXERCISE CAUTION

Kiewit is reminding drivers to reduce their speed when approaching and traveling through active work zones.

Motorists are also advised to maintain a safe distance from construction crews, vehicles and equipment, remain alert for workers entering or exiting roadways, and avoid moving or interfering with traffic cones, signs, barricades or other safety equipment.

The advance notice is intended to give residents, businesses and commuters time to prepare for possible traffic disruptions throughout the week.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Residents seeking additional information about the anticipated lane closures may contact Kiewit at 857-575-2865 or email stxrebuild@kiewit.com.

Motorists are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly, allow extra travel time and exercise patience as infrastructure improvement activities move forward across St. Croix.