the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood, NJ – Ridgewood Water has announced a planned infrastructure project on Glen Avenue (between Oak Street and Upper Boulevard, near the Ridgewood Art Institute) scheduled for Friday morning, June 27, 2025. The project will affect traffic during early morning hours and involves important upgrades to the local water supply system.
🛠️ Project Overview
This planned construction is the final phase of work for the Glen Avenue Booster Station, a project designed to increase water flow to low-pressure zones in Midland Park and Ridgewood. Crews will be installing a prefabricated cement vault, requiring both partial and full lane closures.
📅 Road Closure Details
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Location: Glen Avenue (between Oak Street and Upper Boulevard)
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Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
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Time: 12:00 AM – 10:00 AM
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Closure Timeline:
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12:00 AM – 6:00 AM: Single eastbound lane closure on Glen Avenue
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6:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Full road closure in both directions for vault installation
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8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Closure status TBD, dependent on project conditions
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🚓 Traffic Management & Detours
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Police and Ridgewood Water crews will be on-site to manage traffic and ensure public safety.
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Detours will be posted to guide drivers through alternate routes.
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Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time if driving in the area.
🏗️ Why This Matters
This essential work supports Ridgewood’s long-term infrastructure strategy by enhancing water pressure in underserved areas. While the temporary road closure may be inconvenient, the Glen Avenue Booster Station will improve water reliability and system performance for years to come.
📍 Stay Updated
A detour map will be available online, but actual detour routes may change based on weather and site conditions the day of the project.
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