JEA working to fix hole that opened up in downtown road, determine cause

Jacksonville, FL — JEA is working to determine the cause of a hole that opened up in downtown Jacksonville.

The utility says between investigating the cause and the complex work of repairing the hole, they will need to close both directions of W. 1st Street between Rudolph McKissick Sr. Blvd and Pearl, likely for the next five days.

A spokesperson says crews will first need to remove water from the hole to determine the cause, which includes setting up a de-watering system. A wastewater bypass system will also need to be set up while the hole is being repaired.

JEA says asphalt work is slated to begin Thursday night, with excavation slated for Friday.

We're told a detour will be in effect for the area in the meantime.