City of Ottumwa issued the following announcement on Apr. 29.
Motorists are advised that Benton Street between 2nd and 3rd Street will be closed to traffic starting Monday, May 4th, 2020. This closure will allow for City crews to make a necessary sewer repair. Motorists will need to seek alternate routes around the work zone. With favorable weather conditions, this project is anticipated to last 1 week.
Original source can be found here.