Get ready for a slight twist in your commute if you're traveling through Plymouth Avenue next week. From May 14 through May 16, a stretch of Plymouth Road from Woodbridge Trail to Sheffield Curve will be entirely off-limits to vehicles, according to the City of Minnetonka's latest advisory. The temporary closure marks a period of construction activity facilitated by Elevare Development as they work on projects designed to shape the future of the area.
But don't worry, your daily drive isn't doomed to dead ends. A detour will guide you east along Cedar Lake Road; then it swings north via Hopkins Crossroad, followed by a fun jaunt west on the 494 frontage road until you're turned south back onto Plymouth Avenue, offering a scenic alternative to the usual drag. And because nobody likes to be caught off guard by a roadblock, the city's had the foresight to plant advanced warning signs for drivers; just keep your eyes peeled and cruise control off while navigating the makeshift route.
Those itching for more details—or just wanting to grumble about the inconvenience—can reach out directly to Chris Smith, the Construction Coordinator, who's presumably well-versed in the ins and outs of these traffic-taming tactics and what they mean for the motoring public. Smith's likely contact info can be found on the city's website, or perhaps even solemnly emblazoned on signage amidst the soon-to-be construction site itself.
If you find yourself in the traffic mix, remember that patience is key and the disruption, while possibly irksome, is temporary. The gears of progress are turning, albeit with the occasional need for roadway rerouting, but just imagine the sheer excitement of reclaiming our revamped strip of Plymouth Avenue come May 17—a statement as optimistic as it is an invitation for all to witness the promise of what's to come.
