Utility, other work to close section of Monroe Avenue in Frederick

A section of Monroe Avenue in Frederick will be closed for about three months for improvements, beginning Wednesday.

Monroe Avenue will be closed from Monocacy Boulevard to 700 feet north of Highland Street for utility and road improvements, according to a news release from the city.

The closure is expected to begin on Wednesday and last through Aug. 15.

A detour will be in place for drivers to follow.