The Saratoga County Department of Transportation announced the closure of a segment of Moe Road in August 2026 after a culvert washout rendered the roadway unsafe for traffic. The decision was taken to prevent potential accidents while crews assess the damage and begin repairs.
The washout was discovered during routine inspections of the county’s drainage infrastructure. Water erosion compromised the structural integrity of the culvert, causing a gap in the road surface that could not safely support vehicles. Officials determined that immediate closure was necessary to protect motorists and to allow repair work to proceed without obstruction.
Motorists traveling on Moe Road are being directed to use alternate routes while the county conducts repairs. Nearby thoroughfares such as County Route 14 and the intersecting stretch of State Highway 9 have been recommended as detours. Signage has been installed at key entry points to inform drivers of the closure and to guide them toward these alternative pathways.
The department indicated that repair crews will install a temporary bypass and later replace the damaged culvert with a permanent solution designed to withstand future water flow events. No timeline for reopening has been provided, but officials emphasized that the road will remain closed until the work meets safety standards. Residents and commuters are advised to allow extra travel time and to stay updated through county communications regarding the progress of the repair efforts.