Hattiesburg, Mississippi – The city of Hattiesburg has started work on the W. 7th Street Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project, a major investment in water, sewer and drainage infrastructure. The project covers West 7th Street from Providence Street to North Main Street, as well as portions of Eupora Street, Montague Street and McLauren Street.
Work includes replacing aging storm and sanitary sewer lines, upgrading undersized drinking water mains and improving sidewalks. Additional pedestrian infrastructure will also be constructed. Construction is expected to be completed by spring 2026, weather permitting.
“We are glad to see another infrastructure project take shape in the North Main neighborhood,” said Mayor Toby Barker. “We have received many complaints on that stretch of West 7th Street over the years, and we thank our state and federal partners for the ARPA/MCWI funding to allow us to provide a holistic solution that includes both the street and everything under the street.”
During the project, periodic closures to thru-traffic will be necessary. Detour routes will be clearly marked to minimize disruptions, and access to residences will be maintained throughout construction.
The project is funded through the Mississippi Municipality and County Water Infrastructure (MCWI) grant program, which matches local American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The total cost of the W. 7th Street project is $3,780,525.50, with $3,421,250 coming from MCWI and ARPA funds and a $359,275.50 local match.
Hattiesburg has leveraged its ARPA allocation of $12.8 million to secure more than $22 million for infrastructure improvements across the city.
This project is part of the city’s ongoing effort to modernize essential infrastructure and improve services for residents.
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