Emergency drainage repairs are underway in the Town of Washington.  The state Department of Transportation is performing the work on Route 45.  A drainage structure failed and the work is expected to be completed by next Wednesday, April 13th.  East Shore Road will be closed to traffic between 8am and 4pm.  Detours will be in place using Route 202 to Main Street to Route 45. Traffic control personnel and signs will guide motorists through the work zone. Modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.  Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving in this vicinity.