Cedar Point Dr. closing for weeks

SANDUSKY — Starting April 1 through May 8, crews will close Cedar Point Drive at Cleveland Road (U.S. 6) near Thirsty Pony Restaurant. "This closure allows crews to safely complete utility relocations and begin construction of the new roundabout at that intersection," according to a statement from Sandusky's government. Here are some points for people to understand, as excerpts come from the statement: • "Cleveland Road will remain open to two-way traffic during this time. The intersection will operate in one lane, controlled by temporary traffic signals." • "Direct access to Cedar Point Drive from Cleveland Road will not be available during the closure. The posted detour will direct drivers to Sycamore Line to Fifth Street back to Cedar Point Drive." • The work should end on May 8 or one day before Cedar Point opens for the 2026 season. • Known as the Cleveland Road safety improvement project, it "addresses six intersections along U.S. 6 within Sandusky city limits. Work includes added turn lanes, drainage improvements, sidewalks, curbing, updated traffic signals, pedestrian and access management/driveway improvements as well as the construction of a modified single-lane roundabout at Cedar Point Drive." • "The roundabout portion of work is expected to reach substantial completion in May 2026 with the full project wrapping up in the fall of 2026." "The city encourages residents and visitors to plan ahead and allow extra travel time in the area," the statement read. "Construction updates and traffic notices will be posted throughout the project at cityofsandusky.com/clevelandroad."