Elm Street between 17th and 23rd streets will be closed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday while Midwest Energy crews replace several poles and string new wires in the area.

The closure is one of several in recent weeks, as crews take advantage of good weather to perform needed system upgrades in central Hays.

Road cones and signs will be in place to help guide traffic.

“Midwest Energy apologizes for any inconvenience, and we thank area residents for their patience as we complete this needed work to improve safety and reliability in the area,” said Midwest spokesman Mike Morley.