BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – A portion of Riverside Drive is closed until further notice due to a sinkhole that collapsed a section of the road north of Columbia Avenue early this morning, Friday, April 25.
The collapse occurred shortly after 1 a.m. as city crews were wrapping up sewer repair work. The collapsed section of road measures approximately 25 feet by 20 feet. One car sustained damage, but no injuries were reported.
City crews are implementing a sewer bypass this morning and a local excavator will assist with the repair. Riverside Drive will remain closed between Columbia Avenue and Territorial Road E. until further notice. Local traffic and emergency vehicles should use Territorial Road E. to access homes in the area.
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