(FREDERICKSBURG, Va.) Nov. 13, 2026 – Sophia Street traffic will be rerouted between Amelia and Lewis Street each weekday for two weeks, beginning Monday, Nov. 16.
The detour will redirect traffic from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This temporary change will allow work to continue on storm drainage improvements at the intersection.
Traffic will flow normally on weekends, with no detours in place.
“Our crews are working as efficiently as possible to minimize impact on our residents and the local community,” said City of Fredericksburg Public Works Director William Morris.
This project involves the replacement of failing storm drainage infrastructure with upgraded storm pipes and an inlet to improve system capacity, reliability and long-term service life. The construction plan was approved in August, and the project is now halfway complete.
The project’s contractor is DiPardo & Cole, LLC and will be responsible for all construction activities and the construction site safety.
Traffic Impacts:
Detour signage will be in place to guide drivers around the work zone. Please look for detour signage and choose an alternative route when possible.
Patrons will be able to access the Fredericksburg branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library parking lot at the Sophia driveway located north of the Sophia and Lewis Street intersection. Drivers traveling northbound on Sophia will need to follow the detour route.
The City of Fredericksburg is committed to investing in infrastructure that meets the needs of the entire community.
Residents with questions or concerns about the project may contact the Public Works Department at (540) 372-1023 or visit fredericksburgva.gov for additional information and project updates.