The Peru Gazette

Plattsburgh, N.Y., July 6, 2026 – The Town of Plattsburgh Highway Department will conduct road milling and paving operations on Smithfield Boulevard from Wednesday, July 8, 2026, through Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Overnight road milling operations will begin Wednesday, July 8, 2026 and continue through Thursday, July 9, 2026. Milling work will take place overnight from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on both dates. During these operations, Smithfield Boulevard will be closed to through traffic. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and utilize alternate routes. Temporary line striping is scheduled for Friday, July 10, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Paving operations are scheduled to begin on Monday, July 13, 2026, and conclude on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, weather permitting. Paving work will take place daily from 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. During paving, Smithfield Boulevard will remain partially open; however, motorists should expect temporary traffic delays and lane restrictions.

All work is weather dependent, and schedule may be adjusted as necessary.

Drivers are reminded to use caution, reduce speeds, and remain alert when traveling through work zones to help ensure the safety of Highway Department crews and fellow motorists.

The Town of Plattsburgh appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as we continue to maintain and improve our local roadway infrastructure.

For additional information regarding the Town of Plattsburgh paving schedule, please contact the Highway Department at (518) 562-6880.