Scott County is on the move, literally, with shovels hitting the ground for the new Merriam Junction Regional Trail. In a ceremony on September 17, attended by local officials and representatives from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the collaborative venture was officially kicked off. Boasting an ambitious goal, the project seeks to transform a neglected rail bed into a vibrant, 2.2-mile paved trail that aims to stitch together Scott and Carver Counties.
The trail comes as a welcome addition for outdoor enthusiasts and commuters alike,, providing a scenic conduit across the Minnesota River. The significance of this infrastructure cannot be overstated in a region eager for greater connectivity. According to the information shared by Carver County Parks on Facebook, the Merriam Junction Regional Trail is a green light for progress in more ways than one.
Despite the celebratory groundbreaking, the project is playing a long game with completion slated for 2027. While three years might seem like a long haul, the promise of enhanced connectivity and the recreational potential could be worth the wait for county residents. For updates and more particulars, Scott County directs interested parties to their website, scottcountymn.gov, where project milestones and developments will be consistently posted.
