Emergency Water Main Repair Affecting Shore Drive
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
​VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (April 25, 2018) — The eastbound 3600 block of Shore Drive near the intersection of Dinwiddie Road has been reduced to one lane for emergency water main repairs. Warning signs are posted advising motorists of the utility work. Motorists are strongly encouraged to seek alternative routes.

Water service has been interrupted for some customers in the immediate service area. For additional information, please contact Robert Wheeler with Virginia Beach Public Utilities at 757-621-6072.

A 16″ water main apparently broke about 1255am.

From Pilot article:

There was a 16-inch water line break, said Robert Wheeler with the city’s public utilities department. He said they don’t know what caused it.

Water service has been intrrupted for some customers in the immediate area.

Drivers in the area are encouraged to seek alternative routes.

It’s expected to take five to six hours to repair, Wheeler said.