RIGHT NOW: Section of Western Avenue closed for water main break
Posted: Aug 14, 2025 10:29 AM EDT

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The City of South Bend announced Western Avenue between Illinois and Sample Streets due to a water main break.
Motorists are asked to use the detour route of Sample Street via Mayflower Road and Olive Street during the closure.
The road is expected to reopen by Aug. 24, weather permitting.