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July infrastructure projects begin as DC readies fireworks

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Washington, D.C. — The National Independence Day Parade began at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, and fireworks were scheduled about 11:30 p.m.; organizers expected more than a million attendees and planned roughly 850,000 fireworks for a roughly 40-minute display. On Monday, July 13, Bay City and Sioux City will start separate infrastructure projects. Bay City drivers face an intersection closure between South Water, Webster and Lafayette from Monday, July 13 to Sunday, Nov. 1 with signed detours for northbound and southbound traffic; Sioux City's Nebraska Street water-main replacement will proceed in stages through 2026 and 2027 with phased work and street reconstructions requiring lane changes, new poles, and utility relocations this week.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

July 4, 2026: National Independence Day Parade at 10:30 a.m.; fireworks around 11:30 p.m.
July 13, 2026: MDOT scheduled closure of Lafayette Ave intersection in Bay City begins.
July 13, 2026: Sioux City begins Nebraska Street water-main replacement project.
Mid-July to December 2026: Sioux City stages 1–3 of the Nebraska Street project are expected.
Through 2027: Additional phases and final completion of street and utility work in Sioux City expected.

Why This Matters to You

The July infrastructure projects in Bay City and Sioux City could affect your travel plans. Expect detours in Bay City and lane changes in Sioux City. If you're a local, prepare for longer commute times. Check your city's project updates regularly.

The Bottom Line

These projects are about improving our roads and utilities. It might be inconvenient now, but it's for a smoother ride later. Remember, patience is a virtue, especially in traffic. Worth forwarding if you know someone in Bay City or Sioux City.