City of Lakeland to Begin Sewer Cleaning Around Lake Hollingsworth Drive Project Will Involve Lane and Path Closures Starting August 18

Contractors working on behalf of the City of Lakeland Water Utilities Department will begin cleaning large-diameter gravity sewer lines (21” and 36”) along the southern and eastern sides of Lake Hollingsworth. The work was initially scheduled to start a week prior but due to a conflict with the contractor, the date has been pushed back to start August 18, 2025.

This essential maintenance is necessary due to sediment buildup resulting from Hurricane Milton. The project is expected to take approximately 30 days, with work occurring Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Traffic and Pedestrian Impacts

To ensure public safety during this operation, the following traffic impacts and closures will be in place:

  • Lake Hollingsworth…

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