Watch for detours on Mell Avenue in Decatur

Mell Avenue in Decatur will be closed this weekend for work on the railroad crossing, according to a news release from DeKalb County government.

Here is the key information:

"Mell Avenue, between Church Street and East Ponce De Leon Avenue, will be closed to through traffic beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 23 through 9 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015 to replace CSX railroad tracks and cross ties.

"Road closure signs will be posted in the area advising motorists of construction work and traffic restrictions."

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