WSP to Boost Patrols During Water Follies

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  Washington State Patrol will conduct high visibility enforcement patrols during Water Follies weekend“The Washington State Patrol (WSP) will be conducting high visibility enforcement patrols (HVEP) throughout Water Follies weekend, July 24th through July 26th, 2026.”
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  Water Follies weekend is July 24-26, 2026“July 23, 2026 Benton/Franklin Counties, Washington. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) will be conducting high visibility enforcement patrols (HVEP) throughout Water Follies weekend, July 24th through July 26th, 2026.”
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  The patrols will focus on speeding“The HVE will focus on speeding, impaired driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and seat belt compliance.”
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  The patrols will focus on impaired driving“The HVE will focus on speeding, impaired driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and seat belt compliance.”
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  The patrols will focus on seat belt compliance“The HVE will focus on speeding, impaired driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and seat belt compliance.”
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  Closures will occur on SR-240“The main entrance from westbound SR-240 to Columbia Park will have one lane closed from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, to help safely manage event traffic and pedestrians. During the same time frame, the westbound off ramp of SR-240 to Edison Street will be closed.”
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  Closures will occur on SR-240 from 4-6 p.m. Saturday“The main entrance from westbound SR-240 to Columbia Park will have one lane closed from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, to help safely manage event traffic and pedestrians.”
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  Closures will occur on SR-240 from 4-6 p.m. Sunday“The main entrance from westbound SR-240 to Columbia Park will have one lane closed from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, to help safely manage event traffic and pedestrians.”
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  Closures will occur on SR-240 for traffic management“The main entrance from westbound SR-240 to Columbia Park will have one lane closed from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, to help safely manage event traffic and pedestrians. During the same time frame, the westbound off ramp of SR-240 to Edison Street will be closed.”
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  Vehicles cannot stop on SR-240 shoulders for spectators“Vehicles will not be allowed to stop on the shoulders of SR-240 for the purpose of dropping off or picking up spectators, viewing the races, or air shows.”
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  The patrols aim to prevent collisions“The HVE will focus on speeding, impaired driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and seat belt compliance. WSP Aviation, motorcycle troopers and unmarked patrol vehicles will provide additional enforcement throughout Benton and Franklin counties due to the large crowds and increased traffic around Columbia Park. Troopers will take a low tolerance approach to dangerous driving with the goal of preventing serious injury and fatal collisions.”
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  The patrols aim to prevent collisions as crowds increase around Columbia Park“The HVE will focus on speeding, impaired driving, aggressive driving, distracted driving, and seat belt compliance. WSP Aviation, motorcycle troopers and unmarked patrol vehicles will provide additional enforcement throughout Benton and Franklin counties due to the large crowds and increased traffic around Columbia Park. Troopers will take a low tolerance approach to dangerous driving with the goal of preventing serious injury and fatal collisions.”
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  Troopers will use aviationNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Troopers will use motorcyclesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Troopers will use unmarked vehiclesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Ben Franklin Transit shuttle options are recommended for attendees“Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, use a designated driver or ride share service if needed, consider using the Ben Franklin Transit shuttle options, and expect delays by driving patiently and obeying traffic laws.”
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  The WSP stated closures mirror those from previous years“These are the same closures the WSP and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) have conducted in previous years during Water Follies.”