Court Street to close east of 12th Street NE for railroad crossing repairs

City officials are warning of an upcoming closure on Court Street east of 12 ^th Street NE at the railroad crossing.

Court Street will be closed to westbound traffic beginning Tuesday at 6 p.m. until noon Wednesday.

The 18-hour closure is necessary to make railroad crossing repairs at the intersection. Traffic on 12 ^th Street NE will be allowed in both directions during construction.

The Court Street road closure will include travel lanes, sidewalks and parking spaces near the train tracks in the construction zone.

City officials advised drivers to be cautious while traveling, follow all signage and watch for workers in the area.

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This article originally appeared on Salem Statesman Journal: Court Street to close east of 12th Street NE for railroad crossing repairs