St. Michael residents and commuters, brace yourselves for some roadwork-related headaches. Starting from April 4th, County Highway 35 will be closed to thru traffic due to construction.
According to an update from Wright County officials, drivers will need to take a detour if they're planning on using County Highway 35 (Kahl Ave NE) between 30th St NE and the CSAH 35 split (St. Michael Parkway/Central Ave W). This closure is all thanks to the fickle hand of weather, which forced the contractor to push back the start date originally planned for earlier. While the intersection and private driveway access will be maintained, commuters will have to navigate around the construction zone by using the detour posted via 30th St NE and County Highway 19, complete with a temporary signal where the two roads meet.
Details about the closure can be found on the Wright County's official website. Sara Buermann, the Wright County Assistant Engineer, is the point of contact for the public seeking further information on this anticipated infrastructure revamp.
Even with the construction in full swing, County Highway 35 won't be totally off limits. Traffic from 30th St NE westward, to Jamison Ave NE, will remain open but not without some potential traffic slow-downs. Drivers should expect delays and heed caution when commuting through the work zone where traffic is to be shifted across the areas of widened pavement as the construction progresses through its stages.
Per the Wright County's notice, the project is slated for completion by late fall of 2024, which means locals and visitors alike will need to prepare for a journey of patience and detours for the better part of the year. Keep this in mind as you plan your routes and remember to reach out to the county's assistant engineer at [email protected] or call 763-682-7387 for any pressing questions or clarifications you might need.
