The Merced Public Works Department says the main broke on G Street near Bear Creek Drive early Friday morning.
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The break also damaged part of the roadway. The initial repair work was expected to last all day Friday, but now officials say the work will take a couple of weeks.
Crews say the closure will be in effect on G Street from Bear Creek Drive to Park Avenue.
Officials said a church had lost water, but all other nearby businesses still had access.
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Anyone who travels through the area is advised of possible delays. Authorities are asking drivers to detour at Olive Avenue or to use M and R Streets.