Statement from NYSDOT Long Island Regional Director Rich Causin

Statement from NYSDOT Long Island Regional Director Rich Causin

The safety of the traveling public is always the top priority of the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). Recently, engineers working on an ongoing project to enhance safety and resiliency along Merrick Road (State Route 27A) in the Village of Amityville observed an unusual settlement of the road surface near the culvert that carries Amityville Creek beneath the roadway. A subsequent inspection revealed a deterioration of the culvert that requires immediate attention.

As a result, Merrick Road in the vicinity of the culvert will be reduced to a single lane, with alternating flows of traffic controlled by flaggers until further notice. NYSDOT will conduct additional inspections of the structure and will expedite plans to restore two-way traffic on this busy roadway as quickly as possible. The Department understands that this lane reduction may cause significant inconvenience and appreciates the public's patience as work continues to address the issue. NYSDOT will keep the public informed of any further developments.

Motorists are reminded to follow the instructions of flaggers for their safety and for the safety of highway work crews.

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