(COLUMBIA, MO) ~ Columbia, MO - The northbound lane of North Eighth Street between East Walnut Street and East Broadway will be temporarily closed starting at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 7. This closure is necessary for crews to repair the full length of the parapet wall on the west side of the Guitar Building located at 28 N. Eighth St.

According to city officials, the closure is expected to last for seven to 10 days, weather permitting. During this time, only southbound traffic will be allowed on North Eighth Street between East Walnut Street and the adjacent alley. Northbound traffic from East Broadway will be detoured through the alley and signs will be posted to guide drivers safely around the closure.

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Despite the closure, all entrances and exits to the Eighth and Walnut Plaza Parking Garage will remain accessible. However, customers entering from North Eighth Street must approach from East Walnut Street and vehicles exiting onto North Eighth Street must turn right.

Pedestrians can still access sidewalks in the area as they will remain open during this phase of construction. Once work on the west side of the Guitar Building is completed, crews will shift their operations to the north side of the building. This will require a closure of the eastbound lane on East Walnut Street at a later date.

City officials have stated that a follow-up press release will be issued with details about the closure on East Walnut Street as work progresses and a schedule becomes available. Drivers are advised to plan their routes accordingly and follow posted detours for their safety during this construction period.

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