Capital Improvement Program

This includes bridge assets on and across the county’s roadway system.

Replace

CSAH 1 – Bridge #27542 at Pioneer Trail over HCRRA in the City of Eden Prairie

This project will replace Bridge #27542 along Pioneer Trl (CSAH 1) over HCRRA in the City of Eden Prairie.

CSAH 04 – Bridge #27502 at Eden Prairie Rd over TC&W Rail in the City of Eden Prairie

This project will replace Bridge #27502 along Eden Prairie Rd (CSAH 4) over TC&W Rail in the City of Eden Prairie.

CSAH 10 – Bridge #91131 at Bass Lake Road over Twin Lakes in Brooklyn Center and Crystal

This project will replace Bridge #91131 along Bass Lake Road (CSAH 10) at Twin Lakes in the Brooklyn Center and Crystal. The project will replace the deteriorating structure with a modern pre-cast box culvert that will be designed to provide a 75-year service life. 

CSAH 17 – Bridge #90475 along France Avenue at Nine Mile Creek in Bloomington

This project will replace Bridge #90475 along France Avenue (CSAH 17) at Nine Mile Creek in Bloomington. This project will replace the deteriorating structure with a modern pre-cast box culvert that will be designed to provide a 75-year service life.

CSAH 26 – Bridge #90627 over Painter Creek in Minnetrista

This project will replace Bridge #90627 along County Road 26 (CR 26) over Painter Creek in Minnetrista. The project will replace the existing bridge with a new structure that will be designed to achieve a 75-year service life, and will better accommodate multimodal users by introducing a wider bridge deck for additional shoulder space.

CSAH 31 – Bridge #90489 along Xerxes Avenue over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis

This project will replace Bridge #90489 along Xerxes Avenue (County Road 31) over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis. The project will replace the existing bridge with a new structure that will be designed to achieve a 75-year service life and will better accommodate multimodal users by reallocating space within the existing right of way. 

CSAH 40 – Bridge #94282 at along Glenwood Avenue at Bassett Creek in Minneapolis

This project will replace the existing Bridge #94282 along Glenwood Avenue (CSAH 40) over Bassett Creek in Minneapolis. The specific type of improvement has not yet been determined; however, county staff will investigate options to preserve the existing structure as part of the project development process. 

CSAH 121 – Bridge #90617 along Fernbrook Lane over Rush Creek in Maple Grove

This project will replace Bridge #90617 along CSAH 121 (Fernbrook Lane) over Rush Creek in Maple Grove. The project will replace the deteriorating structure with a modern concrete box culvert that will be designed to provide a 75-year service life. In an effort to better accommodate people biking and walking, it is anticipated that a wider bridge deck will be introduced.

CSAH 146 – Bridge #90623 along Brown Road over the Luce Line Regional Trail in Orono

This project will replace Bridge #90623 along Brown Road (CSAH 146) over the Luce Line Regional Trail in Orono. The project will introduce a new bridge structure that is designed for a 75-year service life. The completion of this project will ensure that a grade separated crossing of the Luce Line Regional Trail is retained to eliminate conflicts for people walking and biking along the trail underneath the bridge.

CSAH 152 – Bridge #91333 along Washington Avenue over Bassett Creek in Minneapolis

This project will replace Bridge #91333 along Washington Avenue N (CSAH 152) over Bassett Creek in Minneapolis. At this time, the specific type of improvement has not been identified.

CSAH 158 – Bridge #4510 along Vernon Avenue over the Canadian Pacific Railroad in Edina

Visit the Vernon Avenue project page.

Rehabilitate

CSAH 52 – Bridges #27537, #27538, and #27636 along Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) at the Mississippi River in Minneapolis

This project will recondition existing Bridges #27537, #27538, and #27636 along Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. The project will consist of repainting the iconic Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) Bridge and the two approach bridges located immediately to the east. Project activities are anticipated to include sandblasting and repainting the steel beam network which supports the concrete bridge deck.

This includes catch basins, culverts, curb and gutter, slopes, and storm sewers.

Improvements

Along Rebecca Park Trail (CSAH 50) from the west county line to TH 55 in Greenfield and Independence

This project will replace culverts and stabilize slopes along Rebecca Park Trail (CSAH 50) between Greenfield and Independence.

This includes multimodal facilities (e.g. bike lanes), lighting, guardrails, medians, pedestrian ramps, retaining walls, streetscaping, and utility burial. 

Bikeways

Along Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) and 1st Avenue from Main Street to 8th Street SE in the Minneapolis

Visit the Hennepin Avenue project page.  

Improvements along the Midtown Greenway east of Garfield Avenue in Minneapolis 

Along Park Avenue (CSAH 33) from the Midtown Greenway to I-94/I-35W Bridge in the City of Minneapolis

This is a multimodal project along Park Avenue (CSAH 33) and Portland Avenue (CSAH 35) from the Midtown Greenway to the I-94/I-35W Bridge in the City of Minneapolis. The project will construct a protected bikeway on both roadways, construct intersection improvements including curb extensions, and upgrade ADA accommodations along the corridor.

Along Park Ave (CSAH 33) and (CSAH 35) from 42nd St to 38th St in the City of Minneapolis

This is a multimodal project along Park Avenue (CSAH 33) and Portland Ave (CSAH 35) from 42nd Street to 38th Street in the City of Minneapolis. The project will construct a protected bikeway on both roadways, construct intersection improvements including curb extensions and medians (as feasible), and upgrade ADA accommodations along the corridor.

Along University Avenue SE (CSAH 36) and 4th Street SE (CSAH 37) from I-35W to Oak Street SE in Minneapolis

Visit the University Avenue project page.

Bus Rapid Transit

B Line arterial BRT additional scope in Minneapolis

Visit the Lake Street improvements page.

D Line arterial BRT locally-requested scope in Minneapolis

This is a multimodal project to make intersection improvements at six locations along the proposed D Line Arterial Bus Rapid Transit (ABRT) service in the City of Minneapolis.

Along Metro Transit’s E Line Arterial Bus Rapid Transit (ABRT) in the cities of Edina and Minneapolis

E Line Project - Metro Transit

Pedestrian and trails

Multi-use trail along Mill Street (CSAH 82) from south county line to 2nd Street in Excelsior and Shorewood

Visit the Mill Street project page.

Pedestrian improvements along Glenwood Avenue (CSAH 40) from Penn Avenue (CSAH 2) to Bryant Avenue in Minneapolis

This is a multimodal improvements project along Glenwood Avenue (CSAH 40) from Penn Avenue (CSAH 2) to Bryant Avenue in Minneapolis. The project will replace existing pedestrian ramps and install Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) at intersections along the corridor. 

Safety 

Improvements along France Avenue (CSAH 17) from American Boulevard to 76th Street in Bloomington

This is a safety project along France Avenue (CSAH 17) from American Boulevard to 76th Street in Bloomington and Edina. This project will be coordinated with MnDOT's I-494 MnPASS project.

Improvements along Douglas Drive (CSAH 102) between Medicine Lake Road (CSAH 70) and 51st Place in Crystal

This is a safety improvement project at approximately five intersections along Douglas Drive (CSAH 102) between Medicine Lake Rd (CSAH 70) and 51st Place in Crystal. Improvements are anticipated to include signal replacements, pedestrian crossing enhancements, and improved ADA accommodations.

Participate

Improvements along Golden Valley Road (CSAH 66) from Douglas Drive (CSAH 102) to Theodore Wirth Parkway

This is a participation project in Three River Park District’s Bassett Creek Regional Trail project from Regent Avenue to Theodore Wirth Parkway. This project also incorporates multimodal safety improvements at the Noble Avenue and Hidden Lakes Parkway intersections as well as a local trail connection from Douglas Drive (CSAH 102) to Regent Avenue.

This includes pavement (bituminous and concrete) and railroad crossings.

Construct

Cedar Ave (CSAH 152) from 150 Feet North of Lake Street (CSAH 3) to 24th Street in the City of Minneapolis

This is a reconstruction project along Cedar Avenue (CSAH 152) from 150 feet north of Lake Street (CSAH 3) to 24th Street in the City of Minneapolis. This project will include new pavement, curb, storm water utilities, sidewalk, ADA accommodations, and traffic signals. It is anticipated that proven traffic calming strategies (such as raised medians, curb extensions, and streetscaping) will be introduced to improve the crossing experiences for people walking and to manage vehicle speeds.

Franklin Avenue (CSAH 5)

• From Blaisdell Avenue to Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis
• From Lyndale Avenue (CSAH 22) to Blaisdell Avenue in Minneapolis

Visit the Franklin Avenue project page.

Gleason Rd (CSAH 15) from TH 12 Ramps to Vicksburg Lane in Minnetonka and  Wayzata

This is a reconstruction project along Gleason Lake Rd (CSAH 15) from the TH 12 Ramps to Vicksburg Ln in Minnetonka and Wayzata. This project will include new pavement, curb, storm water utilities, sidewalk, and ADA accommodations. Specific pedestrian crossing enhancements, bikeway accommodations, and streetscaping features will also be considered part of the project. 

Lowry Avenue NE (CSAH 153) in Minneapolis

• From Washington Street NE to Johnson Street NE
• From Marshall Street NE to Washington Street NE in Minneapolis

Visit the Lowry Avenue project page.

Lowry Avenue NE (CSAH 153) and Kenzie Terrace from Johnson St NE to St. Anthony Pkwy in Minneapolis

This is a reconstruction project along Lowry Ave NE and Kenzie Terrace (CSAH 153) from Johnson St NE to Saint Anthony Pkwy in Minneapolis and St. Anthony. This project will include new pavement, curb, storm water utilities, sidewalk, ADA accommodations and traffic signals. Further investigation will take place as part of the design process for complete streets elements such as pedestrian crossing enhancements and streetscaping elements.

Lyndale Avenue (CSAH 22) from Bridge #27243 over HCRRA to Franklin Avenue (CSAH 5) in Minneapolis

Visit the Lyndale Avenue project page.

Along Marshall Street NE (CSAH 23) from 3rd Avenue NE to Lowry Avenue (CSAH 153)

This is a multimodal project along Marshall Street NE (CSAH 23) from 3rd Avenue NE to CSAH 153 (Lowry Avenue) in the City of Minneapolis. The proposed project will improve the accessibility, mobility, and safety of people walking through the construction of a protected bikeway and corresponding boulevard and sidewalk improvements along the west side of the roadway. In addition, the project is anticipated to reconstruct existing pedestrian facilities, introduce pedestrian crossing enhancements, install of pedestrian lighting, and upgrade ADA accommodations.

Minnetonka Boulevard (CSAH 5) from Trunk Highway 100 to France Avenue (CSAH 17) in St. Louis Park

Visit the Minnetonka Boulevard project page.

Minnetonka Blvd (CSAH 5) from Xylon Ave to Vernon Ave in St. Louis Park

This is a reconstruction project along Minnetonka Boulevard (CSAH 5) from Xylon Ave to Vernon Ave in St. Louis Park. This project will include new pavement, curb, storm water utilities, sidewalk, ADA accommodations and traffic signals. Specific pedestrian crossing enhancements, bikeway accommodations, and streetscaping features will also be considered through the design process.

Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52)

From 89th Street to American Boulevard – Phase I in Bloomington

This project will reconstruct Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52) from 89th Street to American Boulevard in Bloomington. The project will reconstruct existing assets such as pavement, curb, storm water structures, sidewalk and traffic signals. Multimodal strategies such as pedestrian crossing enhancements (curb extensions, raised medians, and crossing beacons), bikeway accommodations, and streetscaping features will also be considered.

From 77th Street to 66th Street in Richfield

This is a reconstruction project along Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52) from 77th Street to 66th Street (CSAH 53) in Richfield. The project will reconstruct existing assets, including pavement, curb, storm water structures, sidewalk, and traffic signals. Multimodal strategies (such as curb extensions, raised medians, and crossing beacons), bikeway accommodations, and streetscaping features will also be considered.

Osseo Rd (CSAH 152) from Penn Avenue (CSAH 2) to 49th Avenue in Minneapolis

Visit the Osseo Road project page.

Sunset Drive (CSAH 51) from Shoreline Drive to Shadywood Road (CSAH 19) in Spring Park

Visit the Sunset Drive project page.

Wayzata Boulevard (CSAH 112) east of CSAH 6 to Willow Drive in Long Lake and Orono

Visit the Wayzata Boulevard project page.

Participate

City-led reconstruction project along Humboldt Avenue (CSAH 57) in Brooklyn Center

This is a participation project in the reconstruction of Humboldt Avenue (CSAH 57) from 53rd Avenue to 57th Avenue in Brooklyn Center. It is anticipated that the project would upgrade the corridor to better serve its users, and include elements such as new pavement, curb and gutter, and upgraded ADA accommodations.

City led participation project of Fletcher Lane (CSAH 116) from Territorial Road (CR 159) to County Road 81 in the City of Rogers

This is a participation project with the City of Rogers to construct a new alignment for Fletcher Lane (CSAH 116) from Territorial Road (CR 159) to County Road 81 (CSAH 81). This project is also known as the Fletcher Bypass project.

City led participation project to realign CSAH 73 from Sunset Trail to Luce Line Trail in the City of Plymouth

Visit the Station 73 TRIP project page.

MnDOT's expansion project at 85th Avenue (TH 252) in Brooklyn Park

Construct interchange at the intersection of 85th Avenue (CSAH 109) and TH 252 in Brooklyn Park. This project is tied to the overall TH 252 Corridors of Commerce Project.

MnDOT's interchange project at Lake Street (CSAH 3) and Hiawatha Avenue (TH 55) in Minneapolis

Visit the Lake Street project page.

MnDOT's I-494 Corridors of Commerce project in Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina and Richfield

Visit the I-494 Corridors of Commerce project page.

Maple Grove's Rush Creek Boulevard construction project

Visit the Rush Creek Boulevard Project page.

Pavement Rehabilitation Program

Provide funding for pavement rehabilitation projects that will extend a roadway's useful life by approximately 20 years. In addition to pavement improvements, the proposed project will include ADA, drainage, and safety improvements to promote accessibility and mobility for multimodal users traveling along and across county roadways. 

Baker Park Road – CSAH 19 from TH 12 to TH 55 in the city of Maple Plain, Loretto, Medina, and Independence

This is a rehabilitation project along Baker Park Road (CSAH 19) from TH 12 to TH 55. It is anticipated that this project will include pavement preservation activities along with ADA, drainage, multimodal improvements as feasible.

County Road 92 – From Watertown Road (CSAH 6) east junction to approximately 1/2 mile south of TH 12 and from approximately 1/4 mile north of Trunk Highway 12 to Rebecca Park Trail (CSAH 50)

This is a pavement rehabilitation project along County Road 92 from Watertown Road (County Road 6) east junction to approximately one-half mile south of Trunk Highway 12 and from approximately one-quarter mile north of Trunk Highway 12 to Rebecca Park Trail (County Road 50) in Greenfield and Independence

McGinty Road – CSAH 16 from Locust Hills Drive to I-494 SB ramps

This is a pavement rehabilitation project along McGinty Road (County Road 16) from Locust Hills Drive to the I-494 SB ramps in Minnetonka.

Pioneer Trail – CSAH 123 from Woodland Trial (CSAH 10) to 190 Ave (CSAH 19)

This is a pavement rehabilitation project along Pioneer Trail (County Road 123) from Woodland Trail (County Road 10) to 109th Avenue (County Road 19) in Greenfield.

This includes accessible pedestrian signals (APS), driver feedback signs, flashing yellow arrows, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), pavement markings, pedestrian crossing systems, railroad crossing systems, signage, and signal systems.

Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) improvements countywide

This project will provide funding to replace 25-year old traffic management equipment and dial-up modem communications with current traffic signal technology and fiber optic communication.

Safety improvements

Along Brooklyn Boulevard (CSAH 152) at Welcome Avenue in the City of Brooklyn Park

This is a safety project at the intersection of Brooklyn Boulevard (CSAH 152) and Welcome Avenue N in the City of Brooklyn Park. This project is anticipated to improve safety for all modes, particularly those walking and rolling, through signal system replacements, construction of curb extensions, realignment of pedestrian crossings, lighting upgrades, ADA upgrades, and realignment of medians to improve left turn offsets.

At Hemlock Lane (CSAH 61) and Elm Creek Boulevard (CSAH 130) in the City of Maple Grove

This is a safety project at the intersection of Hemlock Lane (CSAH 61) and Elm Creek Boulevard (CSAH 130) in the City of Maple Grove. The project will improve accessibility, mobility, and safety through the elimination of channelized right-turn islands and introduction of smart channel designs, removal of unnecessary buffer space, traffic signal replacement and upgrades, and upgrading ADA accommodations.

Along Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) from 10th Avenue SE to 11th Avenue SE in Minneapolis

This is a safety project along Hennepin Avenue (CSAH 52) from 10th Avenue SE to 11th Avenue SE in Minneapolis. The project will improve user safety, mobility, and accessibility through upgrades and replacement of traffic signal systems, a more compact intersection design, traffic calming strategies, and upgrades to multimodal accommodations to ensure accessibility.

Railroad Quiet Zone At Barry Avenue in the City of Wayzata

Sponsor the City of Wayzata's Railroad Quiet Zone Project involving Barry Avenue at the BNSF Railroad Crossing.