Morgan Avenue & Staples Street Intersection Closure

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Beginning Monday, June 15, 2020 there will be an intersection closure on the north side of Staples Street at Morgan Avenue for the installation of storm water infrastructure on the Morgan Avenue Bond project. The closure is expected to last about one week.

This closure will not affect east-west traffic along Morgan Avenue. However, motorists along northbound and southbound Staples Street are encouraged to follow recommend detour routes around the closure.  These detours include:

  • Southbound Staples Street: Motorists are advised to turn right on Buford Street and follow detour signs.
  • Northbound Staples Street: Motorists are advised to turn right on Morgan Avenue and follow detour signs.
  • Morgan Avenue: continue east along Morgan Avenue and follow detour signs.

Safety is a top priority, so motorists are reminded to be aware of the work zone, follow the posted detour signs, or seek alternate routes to avoid delays.

We appreciate your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience. For more information media representatives can contact Sr. Public Information Officer Melanie Lowry at 361-826-3837 or by email at melaniel@cctexas.com.