Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is asking drivers to avoid the intersection of Washington Street and Miles Avenue in La Quinta.
Crews are currently preforming emergency repairs to the sewer system in that area. Traffic has been reduced to one lane. Work is underway at this time and is expected to be complete around 8 p.m.
Drivers are advised to use caution or avoid the area if possible. Drivers should expect delays.
The Coachella Valley Water District is a public agency governed by a five-member board of directors. The district provides domestic and irrigation water, agricultural drainage, wastewater treatment and reclamation services, regional storm water protection, groundwater management and water conservation. It serves approximately 108,000 residential and business customers across 1,000 square miles, located primarily in Riverside County, but also in portions of Imperial and San Diego counties.