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Road Closure Alert: Wilgus Cemetery Road Shut Down for Utility Repairs

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:31 AM

DelDOT has temporarily shut down a section of Wilgus Cemetery Road due to ongoing utility maintenance in the area. The closure affects traffic between Honeysuckle Road and Clam Avenue until work is completed.

Delaware Department of Transportation officials have announced the temporary closure of Wilgus Cemetery Road as utility crews conduct maintenance work in the area.

The road shutdown affects the stretch between Honeysuckle Road and Clam Avenue, with DelDOT advising motorists to seek alternate routes until the utility work is finished.

No timeline has been provided for when the roadway will reopen to traffic. Drivers are encouraged to plan accordingly and allow extra travel time if using nearby routes.

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