Emergency Closure of Intersection of McArdle Road and Staples Street
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Effective immediately, the intersection of McArdle Road and Staples Street is closed due to a waterline break. Crews are currently onsite evaluating the break and assessing repair options. Water service is still in place for all customers at this time.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area as southbound traffic on Staples Street will be diverted to McArdle Road. Northbound Staples Street traffic from SPID to McArdle Road is reduced to one lane through the intersection. Westbound McArdle Road traffic has been reduced to one lane through the intersection. Eastbound McArdle Road traffic will maintain two lanes through the intersection.
At this time, it is unknown how long the repair will take. Additional information will be provided once it becomes available.
Safety is a top priority, so motorists are advised to use alternate routes to avoid delays, remain aware of the work zone, and follow posted signs.
For more information, please call Public Information Officer Melanie Lowry at 361-826-3837 or by email at melaniel@cctexas.com.