08/11/2026
Water main break caused some track issues so if you come by the next few days be prepared for detours.
UPDATE: The water main beneath the Main Street railroad crossing has been repaired, and BNSF is continuing the work to restore the railroad crossing for an anticipated re-opening of Wednesday afternoon.
Due to the extent of the damage and the work still required to safely restore the crossing, Main Street will remain closed through Wednesday afternoon. BNSF crews are currently replacing railroad ballast and ties, after which the tracks will be adjusted to restore the proper elevation through the crossing.
Additional concrete repairs will also be completed near the tracks by the City of Newton Street Department. Once those repairs are complete, the railroad’s contractor will place asphalt at the crossing to address the elevation difference created by the track work.
The crossing is anticipated to reopen by the end of the day Wednesday, pending completion of the remaining repair work. Crews will continue working to safely reopen the crossing as soon as possible.
A definitive cause of the water main failure has not been determined. The City and BNSF remain focused on completing the repairs and safely restoring the crossing.
We recognize this closure comes at an inconvenient time, particularly with the start of the school year, and appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as City and BNSF crews work together to restore this important connection.
A posted and recommended detour has been established for K-15/Main Street traffic:
-Heading Southbound: Broadway → High Street → 1st Street → Main Street
-Heading Northbound: Main Street → 1st Street → High Street → Broadway
The posted detour is recommended, particularly for larger vehicles, to help navigate around the closure. However, motorists may use other open streets that work for their route and destination.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as City crews and BNSF continue working together to safely restore this important connection.
