Update at 11:35am: The emergency repair work to a water pipeline is now complete, and Shaws Flat Road is back open.
Original story posted at 8:15am: Sonora, CA — The Tuolumne Utilities District is making emergency repairs to a water pipeline today on Shaws Flat Road near the intersection of Saratoga Road.
TUD reports that 5-10 minute traffic delays can be expected on Shaws Flat Road, so you may want to avoid the area, if possible. The emergency repairs started at 7:30am and will continue until around 2:30pm. Travel with caution.
This post was last modified on 07/18/2022 11:36 am
Written by BJ Hansen.
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