South Russell Avenue Closes Today (Feb. 26)

Published on February 26, 2026

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AMES, Iowa – South Russell Avenue will close from Lincoln Way to South Fourth Street to through traffic today (Thursday, Feb. 26), weather permitting, for installation of a new water main.

The work is anticipated to take four to six weeks.

The City of Ames has contracted with Iowa Water and Waste Services for this project, which includes installing a new water main, transferring water services, and upgrading ADA ramps.

For questions, contact Hafiz Ibrahim, Civil Engineer II, at abdelhafiz.ibrahim@cityofames.org or 515.239.5245. For general construction updates, go to www.CityOfAmes.org/Construction.

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