The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is set to host a grand fireworks display at Lake Shelbyville this Fourth of July. Fireworks will be launched at dusk from Ramp Point in the Dam West Recreation Area. Prime viewing spots include the Dam West and Dam East Recreation Areas, the Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center, parts of the road across the dam, and the Dam West Overlook.
Regina Agney, President of the Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce thanks the corps for all they do in hosting the event yearly.
To accommodate the event, the Dam Road will close to traffic at 8:00 p.m. from the 9th Street intersection to Dam East. Parking is limited, but alternative parking is available at Spillway Recreation Area, Forest Park, and Dam West High Water Boat Ramp. Visitors parking at the high water ramp can access Dam West via the General Dacey Trail.
The Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce will provide entertainment leading up to the fireworks, with concessions available from 4:00 to 9:00 PM and music from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. The fireworks show will start at dusk. Attendees are reminded that personal fireworks are prohibited on government property, with violators facing citations.
For more information, contact the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at (217) 774-3951.
