South Babcock Street in Melbourne will close from November 15 to 18 for scheduled maintenance. The temporary closure is part of city efforts to improve road conditions and safety. Drivers should plan alternate routes during this period. The work will focus on repairing cracks and resurfacing the road. City officials say the project is expected to take four days to complete. Residents in the area were notified via mail and social media about the closure. The street runs between Lake Street and Evans Avenue in the downtown area. Local businesses along the corridor have been provided with signage to direct traffic. The city’s public works department is handling the project. No detours are currently in place, but traffic will be redirected through nearby streets. The closure follows similar maintenance work on North Babcock Street last summer. City staff say the work is necessary to prevent further deterioration. The project is funded through the 2023 infrastructure budget. Residents with questions can contact the city’s hotline at 321-218-8400. The work is expected to begin at 7 a.m. each day. Crews will use heavy machinery and paving equipment. The street will reopen on November 19. City officials emphasize the importance of road maintenance for long-term safety. The project is part of a larger plan to upgrade downtown Melbourne’s infrastructure. Drivers are urged to exercise caution near the work zone. The city says the closure will minimize disruptions during the work.