DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Temporary road closures and traffic pattern changes will be in place around Rip Hewes Stadium on Friday, July 3, to help manage traffic for the soccer match and fireworks event, according to the City of Dothan.
City officials said the temporary measures are designed to improve public safety and maintain efficient traffic flow before, during and after the event.
Beginning early Friday, the following streets will be closed to all traffic, and on-street parking will not be permitted:
Agutha Drive
Yorktown Road
Southland Drive
Glenwood Street
Deborah Street
According to the city, crossover traffic between the home and visitor sides of the stadium will also be prohibited. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes and follow posted signs and directions from law enforcement officers.
At approximately 8 p.m., a post-event traffic pattern will take effect. Roads marked with arrows on the official traffic map will become one-way exit routes only. Drivers must follow the designated traffic flow to allow for an orderly departure from the stadium area.
The city said general traffic access will return once the event concludes, but the exit-only traffic pattern will remain in place until congestion has cleared.
Residents and event attendees are encouraged to review the official traffic map before arriving and allow extra travel time. Officials said the temporary traffic measures are intended to support a safe and successful event for everyone attending.
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