JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Parents of Abess Park Elementary should expect traffic delays when taking their kids for their first day of school this morning.
JEA is replacing a failing sanitary sewer manhole on Abess Boulevard, between Hickory Creek Boulevard and Girvin Road.
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JEA said this will impact school bus transportation. They’re working with the district to help with the traffic delays.
Public Safety Officers will be along Abess Boulevard and at the school to help with traffic control during school drop-off and pick-up hours.
Crews shut down the roads between Hickory Creek Boulevard and Girvin Road.
The only way to get to the school is from Hickory Creek Boulevard West through Atlantic Boulevard.
There is no direct access to the school from Girvin Road or the Home Depot access road. Sidewalks to the school will remain open.
JEA said the sanitary manhole stopped working unexpectedly.
If it isn’t repaired quickly, it can cause significant sewer back-ups, environmental harm, and roadway issues that would impact the entire area.
JEA advises everyone passing through this area to plan. To help alleviate traffic delays, the school will have staggered dismissal times.
Construction is expected to wrap up by next month.