ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) – Traffic delays are possible in downtown Ithaca today.

A manhole cover repair project is happening at the intersection of Wood Street and South Meadow (Route 13) from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Crews will replace a damaged manhole frame and cover and patch the disturbed pavement. The left northbound lane of Meadow Street will be closed near the work zone. Flaggers will direct traffic turning from Wood Street around the repair area.

Officials say the manhole will be covered with a road plate overnight and removed later this week.