City plans to close lanes on Third Street today

You will see traffic tieups today on Lafayette Avenue near Third Street in Columbus as the city works to fix a water leak.

According to the city engineer’s office, the leak is at the intersection of 3rd Street and Lafayette Avenue. From California Street to Sycamore Street, the northernmost, right lane of Third Street will be closed. From Sycamore Street to Lafayette Avenue, only one lane of Third Street will be open, with the two northern most, right lanes closed.

City officials urge you to take an alternate route if possible.