Driving in Northeast Sioux Falls has already been a nightmare for the past few months, with the intersection of Veterans Parkway and Arrowhead Parkway closed until the fall of 2026 for a major renovation of the two roadways.

Now, a bad situation is about to get worse, as one of the main roads drivers have been taking to get around the work will itself be closing temporarily.

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Where is the Closure?

Beginning Monday (July 7), East 26th Street will also be out of service for drivers as a new construction project gets underway.

What Work is Being Done?

26th Street, between Veterans Parkway and Six Mile Road, will be closed to allow crews to rehab a culvert.

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The Timeline

This work is expected to be completed by the beginning of August.

Detours in Effect

Drivers will be directed to take detours at Madison Street to the North or 41st Street to the South during the closure.

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Here is a list of family-friendly (and some, just adult-friendly) events happening this summer in the Sioux Falls area that you should check out. Oh, the best part, everything on this list is FREE.

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See How East 10th Street in Sioux Falls Has Changed

It's really interesting using Google Streetview to compare the changes from the earliest pictures to the latest.

For Sioux Falls, the earliest views are from 2008 and the latest from early 2022.

Some of the looks aren't the clearest, but it still gives a real good look at how dynamic the east side of Sioux Falls is.

What Work is Being Done?

26th Street, between Veterans Parkway and Six Mile Road, will be closed to allow crews to rehab a culvert.

READ MORE: A Longtime Gem is Serving The Best Cheap Sandwich In South Dakota

The Timeline

This work is expected to be completed by the beginning of August.

Detours in Effect

Drivers will be directed to take detours at Madison Street to the North or 41st Street to the South during the closure.

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