Repair work will begin Sunday, Sept. 22 for the Briarcliff Corridor Water Infrastructure Replacement Project. The project includes replacing 44,500 feet of water main in the Briarcliff Road/North Decatur Road area.

Authorized contractors will install 12-inch or 8-inch ductile iron pipe within the road right of way with a single lane closure in place as work progresses. Work is expected to last approximately 24 months, unless unforeseen circumstances arise. Normal construction hours will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday – Friday. Construction in Emory Village area will be from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., Sunday – Thursday.

Residents should review existing plumbing infrastructure to ensure plumbing meets current code standards.

Information: www.dekalbcountyga.gov/briarcliffproject, 1-800-986-1108 or email projectinfo@dekalbcountyga.gov.

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