St. Paul's W. 7th Street is closed indefinitely from Kellogg Boulevard to Grand Avenue after a sinkhole opened there Thursday evening. Officials said repairs could take up to two months.
That part of the road, which is near Xcel Energy Center and United Hospital, will be open to local businesses only. Drivers are asked to use alternate routes and follow posted detours.
Crews from St. Paul Public Works and Regional Water Services were assessing the damage caused by the sinkhole, which opened between Chestnut and Walnut streets. Sidewalks are open for pedestrian access.
Public Works spokesperson Lisa Hiebert said further updates will be announced as crews gather information.
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