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September 1, 2026
Note from Supervisor Scorrano:
Route 202 is officially open.
Over the past few weeks, I’ve shared that we were working toward having Route 202 reopened before the start of school, and I’m very pleased to say that goal is being met.
This project is a great example of what can happen when state agencies, local government, our schools, elected officials, contractors and first responders work together toward a common goal.
My sincere thanks to the New York State Department of Transportation, JR Cruz Corp., Assemblyman Matt Slater, the Somers Central School District and Dr. Bronstein, the Somers Highway Department, our first responders, the Town Board, and the Route 202 Culvert Committee for their partnership, coordination and hard work throughout this project.
Most of all, thank you to our residents for your patience, understanding and cooperation during the closure.
It is great to see Route 202 open in time for the start of school.
August 28, 2026
Warren Street has reopened to traffic.
The Route 202 closure at the culvert **remains in effect.** Please continue to follow the original posted detours.
The final asphalt coating was completed this morning. Striping and guardrail work are scheduled for completion on Monday and Tuesday as the project moves into its final stages.
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as we work toward completing the project before the start of school.
August 27, 2026
As work continues on the Route 202 culvert project, there will be an additional traffic restriction tomorrow, August 28.
The existing Route 202 closure and detour remain in effect. In addition, Route 202 will be closed beginning at the traffic light by DiCicco & Sons heading toward Warren Street/Fireman's Field.
The main entrance to Heritage Hills will remain open and accessible. Residents will still be able to enter and exit Heritage Hills through the main entrance.
Motorists approaching Warren Street from the DiCicco & Sons direction will not be able to turn right onto Warren Street.
Warren Street will also be closed from the culvert project area to the traffic light at West Hill Drive. Residents who live on Warren Street within the closure area will continue to have access to their homes from the West Hill side. However, they will not be able to turn left onto Route 202 as they have been able to do during the culvert project.
Please continue to follow the posted detours and allow extra time when traveling through the area.
Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as work continues toward completing this project before the start of school.
August 7, 2026
The Route 202/Warren Street Culvert Replacement Project reached an exciting milestone this week as crews began installing the new culvert, replacing aging infrastructure with a modern structure designed to serve the community for decades to come.
With this phase underway, work will continue with backfilling, roadway reconstruction, paving, and final restoration. Based on my conversations with the construction manager, the project remains on track to reopen before the start of the school year, weather permitting.
Thank you to all your continued patience and cooperation. As a reminder, the pedestrian bridge remains open for public use.
July 10, 2026
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Route 202/Warren Street Culvert Replacement Project is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 13, 2026. They informed us that they have cleared their DEC issues regarding the project. They are working with the contractor on expediting the schedule in order finish the project before school opens! Route 202 will be closed between Firemen's Field and Somers Middle School and will remain closed until the work is completed. Through traffic will be detoured around the construction zone. Please follow all posted detour routes and traffic signage.
June 30, 2026
4:00pm Update- After discussions today with the New York State Department of Transportation(NYSDOT), the start date of the Route 202 culvert project closure has been delayed and Route 202 will remain open until further notice.
Once we have confirmed information from NYSDOT, we will provide an updated construction schedule and any changes to anticipated traffic impacts.
10:30am Update- The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has informed us that the start date of the Route 202 culvert project closure has been delayed.
As of today, Route 202 remains open to traffic. Verizon utility crews were on site yesterday completing utility work, including the removal of utility poles, but the main construction work has not yet begun.
Town officials are meeting with the NYSDOT today to review the project's status and discuss the next steps. Once we have confirmed information from NYSDOT, we will provide an updated construction schedule and any changes to anticipated traffic impacts.
We understand residents are looking for timely updates and we appreciate your patience.
June 25, 2026
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Route 202/WarrenStreet Culvert Replacement Project is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 29, 2026.
As a reminder, Route 202 will only be closed between Firemen's Field and Somers Middle School. The closure will be approximately 8 weeks. Through traffic will be detoured around the construction zone. Please follow all posted detour routes and traffic signage to help ensure safe and efficient travel.
Temporary Traffic Notice – Lovell Street
To improve safety during the culvert replacement project, the Town Highway Department has installed temporary stop signs on Lovell Street, approximately 50 feet north and south of Westridge Drive.
These temporary traffic controls are expected to remain in place through the duration of the project, with completion anticipated in late August. Motorists are reminded to obey all posted traffic signs, reduce their speed, and use extra caution when traveling through the area.
June 19, 2026
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will begin the Route 202/Warren Street Culvert Replacement Project on June 29, 2026. The closure will be approximately 8 weeks.
As construction approaches, we want to clarify that Route 202 will only be closed between Firemen’s Field and Somers Middle School. Through traffic will be detoured around the work zone, and residents are encouraged to follow the posted detour routes and traffic signage to help ensure safe and efficient travel throughout the project. Click here for detour information.
The project involves the replacement of a deteriorating culvert located beneath Route 202 at Warren Street. A culvert is a critical piece of infrastructure that allows water to safely pass beneath the roadway. Like bridges, roads, and drainage systems, culverts have a lifespan and must be repaired or replaced when they no longer meet safety and engineering standards.
According to the New York State Department of Transportation, the existing culvert has reached the point where replacement is necessary. This is not a cosmetic improvement or a convenience project. It is a critical infrastructure and public safety project designed to ensure the long-term integrity of the roadway and the drainage system beneath it.
Town officials will continue coordinating with NYSDOT, emergency services, and project stakeholders to minimize impacts on residents and keep the community informed as construction gets underway.
June 12, 2026
The Town has received an important update from the New York State Department of Transportation regarding the upcoming Route 202/Warren Street Culvert Replacement Project. The road closure and detour will now begin on June 29, 2026, earlier than the previously announced July 7 start date. The revised schedule will provide additional construction time before the start of the school year.
In preparation for the closure, detour signs will be installed in the coming weeks, and Portable Variable Message Signs (PVMS) will be deployed to notify motorists and provide traffic information. Please click here for the details of the detour plan.
The actual closure is between Somers Middle School parking lot and Warren St, both lanes will be closed between these two locations, there won’t be any thru traffic at this location.
The Town will continue working closely with NYSDOT and keep residents informed as additional information becomes available.
June 5, 2026
Route 202 at Warren Street will be completely closed to all traffic, vehicular and pedestrian on or about July 7, 2026. The closure will be approximately 8 weeks.
The old culvert will be removed and a new culvert will be installed.
· On Route 202, going eastbound, traffic will go no further than Somers Middle School.
· On Route 202, going westbound, traffic will go no further than Firemen’s Field. Westbound commuters will not be able to get past Warren Street. Warren Street, at Route 202, occasionally may be closed during construction.
May 26, 2026
Route 202 at Warren Street will be completely closed to all traffic, vehicular and pedestrian no earlier than July 7, 2026. Closure will be approximately 8 weeks.
Old culvert will be removed and a new culvert installed.
Culvert replacement information meetings open to all Somers residents will be held at the Heritage Room in Heritage Hills, 8 Heritage Hills Drive, Somers.
Meeting dates are:
-- Wednesday, May 27th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
-- Wednesday, June 3rd from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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