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Public safety officials release traffic plan for Grand Haven fireworks

Grand Haven police 07092023
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GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — Public safety officials in Grand Haven plan to shut down a number of streets to accommodate the fireworks show on Saturday, July 1.

The Grand Haven Department of Public Safety (GHDPS) says the following streets will be closed from 6:30 p.m. on July 1 through 2 a.m. on July 2: 

  • Harbor Drive between Sherman Avenue and First Street
  • Washington Avenue between Harbor Drive and First Street
  • Franklin Avenue between Harbor Drive and First Street
  • Clinton Avenue between Harbor Drive and First Street
  • Lafayette Avenue between Harbor Drive and First Street
  • Howard Avenue between Harbor Drive and Sand Drive

We’re told the following changes will also be made during this weekend’s festivities:

  • The eastbound lane on Franklin Street will be converted into a one-way street between Harbor Drive and Beacon Boulevard after the fireworks show ends.
  • Seventh Street between Franklin Avenue and US-31 will be shut down from 10 p.m. until 12 a.m.
  • Franklin Avenue between Harbor Drive and Beacon Boulevard will be reserved for emergency vehicles only; no parking will be allowed.
  • No left turns will be allowed on US-31 in either direction between Robbins Road and Jackson Avenue.
  • The drawbridge will remain lowered from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m.

GHDPS advises the public of temporary tow-away zones. Do not park where signs are posted.
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