The major refurbishment of Cedar Lake Road continues unabated, as Eureka Construction leads the charge into its 19th update on the 2024 Cedar Lake Road project. For residents and travelers accustomed to the usual traffic flow, this means adjusting routes and schedules to accommodate the latest stage of the ongoing development.
According to the latest notice from the City of St. Louis Park, Cedar Lake Road is closed to through traffic between Jordan Avenue and Rhode Island Avenue. Commuters are urged to follow the posted detour signs. To maintain safety amidst increased detoured traffic, temporary traffic calming chicanes have been strategically installed to slow down the traffic flow on several local streets forcefully.
The construction work is not only a logistical challenge but also directly impacts community institutions such as Westwood Lutheran Church and School, Park Spanish Immersion School, and the local Middle School on Texas Avenue. Each has had specific access maps created, which are available with the latest project update, to help navigate the restricted roadway access.
Project Engineers, including Aaron Wiesen and Project Coordinator Mark Lockhart, have released a schedule for the upcoming activities, which should see a variety of improvements made to various stages of Cedar Lake Road. Paving, the installation of topsoil, street lighting, and flashing beacons are all parts of this coming week's agenda. The completion of these works, particularly the paving of the final layer of bituminous pavement, is set for early November, indicating progress toward the project's eventual completion. For more detailed information on these updates, the city has provided a newsletter and a dedicated project website to keep the public informed.
The City of St. Louis Park apologizes for any inconvenience caused by the construction and thanks the public for their cooperation and understanding as work progresses to enhance Cedar Lake Road for future travel. Anyone with concerns or queries can reach out directly to Aaron Wiesen or Mark Lockhart on their respective city emails to gain further insights or clarification on the ongoing roadworks.
