HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 05.bDate: 16 January 2013 Item No.
2013 INTERSTATE 35 PROJECTS
Proposed Action
Staff recommends reviewing the construction projects along Interstate 35 (I -35) for 2013
and their impact to local area transportation.
Overview
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn DOT) is planning a series of projects along
I -35 and I -35E for resurfacing, repairs and bridge improvements. These projects will affect traffic
movement for Elko, New Market, Lakeville, Burnsville, Apple Valley, and Eagan.
Portions of I -35 in Lakeville will be resurfaced and have individual concrete panels replaced
causing lane closures and likely resulting in congestion along Kenrick Avenue which impacts a
City project to mill and overlay Kenrick Avenue, as well as the 205th Street roundabout. Part of
the project will involve the closing of I -35E southbound while the flyover connection to I -35 is
resurfaced and the bridge re- decked. Alternate routing is designed to move the bulk of the traffic
north to I -494 and I -35W. However, increases in traffic may be felt along Cedar Avenue and
160th Street.
Representatives from Mn DOT will present an overview of the major construction projects, their
timelines, and impacts.
Primary Issues to Consider
• How can residents keep up to date on the I -35 projects? Mn DOT is establishing a variety of
electronic and traditional methods to get word out on the projects and their status. They will
set up a specific website, www. dot. state.mn.us / metro /projects /i35eelkotoeagan /index. html
that will show project information.
Supporting Information
• A map showing 2013 south area construction projects and an information sheet on the I -35
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Christ • J. Petree
Public Works Director
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1 -35 and 1 -35E resurfacing, repairs and bridge
improvements
Elko, New Market, Lakeville, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Eagan
Interstate 35 and 35E between Elko /New Market and Eagan is in need of repairs. A
2013 resurfacing project will preserve 15 miles of this important roadway.
Background and Purpose
The goal of this project is to address and improve the areas in need of repair.
Project Benefits
• Smoother ride and extended road life while reducing short-term maintenance costs and
closures
• Updated pedestrian crossings will meet modern ADA standards
• Drainage will be improved where needed
• Re -deck and paint bridges where needed
• Other repairs will be made under required closures to minimize any necessary
inconvenience
• Project information including closures, detours and construction information will be
available through the project's website and email updates real -time traveler information
will be available at www.511mn.org.
• A business liaison will work with local businesses to address specific concerns
with construction. Email or call Kirsten Klein 651- 234 -7506.
Traffic Impacts
A significant portion of the work will affect traffic and is likely to result in congestion. Expect
temporary lane closures and detours as work is completed within segments of roadway.
Four -lane segments of road will be reduced to two lanes (one lane in each direction). All
businesses and residences will remain accessible throughout the project. No two adjacent
intersections will be closed simultaneously. Southbound interstate 35E between County
Road 42 and Interstate 35 will be closed for up to 30 days in the summer of 2013.
How do I reach local businesses?
A: State statute requires that all businesses remain accessible during state road
construction. Even if you cannot reach a local business through "the usual route," a
secondary route will be available. Contact the local business for directions, or see the
project's web site for a limited number of detour maps.
January 2013
Project description
• Resurfacing, repairs and
upgrades to 1 -35 and 1-
35E From County Road 2
in Elko to Cliff Road in
Eagan
• Painting 35W Bridges
• Cost: $15 million
• Schedule May -Nov 2013
For more information or
to sign up for the I -35E
Better Roads email
updates visit the project
web site at
http : / /ww+n. dot.state.mn
. us /metro /proiects/i35ee
lko toeagan /index. html
Contact
Kirsten Klein
MnDOT Public Affairs
Roseville MN
651 - 234 -7506
kirsten.klein [@State.Mn,US