Construction on Summit Street and South Lincoln Street began this week, necessitating road closures and detours.

Summit Street is closed from Willow Street to Morris Road, and South Lincoln Street is closed around the Summit-Lincoln intersection. The road closures and detours will persist through the summer, according to the city of Kent’s Engineering Division.

As the construction progresses, sections of both roads will be open for minimal traffic. Both roads are expected to be finished by early August for the beginning of fall semester. 

Caitlin Albright is the construction, safety and transportation reporter, contact her at [email protected].