The City of Blaine is forging ahead with multiple infrastructure projects that are reshaping the local streets and utilities. According to the city's most recent construction update, several areas are undergoing significant changes as part of the ongoing road construction and street rehabilitation efforts.
First, there's the Lift Station 13 Force Main project on Naples Street. Scheduled in three phases, this project will see a replacement of the sanitary sewer force main from Radisson Road to Lift Station 13 in 2025, with Phase 3 extending into 2026 for the replacement of the Lift Station itself. Upcoming activities, as reported by the City of Blaine, will include the final bituminous pavement lift in Phase 1 during the week of September 2 and site preparation for a new wet well in Phase 3.
Moving to the 2024 Southwest Area Street Reconstruction, this project covers several streets within the southwest area of the city. With Phase 1 already completed in 2024, the succeeding phases are slated for completion within the year. Notable upcoming tasks cited by the city include the installation of concrete sidewalk, curb, and gutter, along with boulevard grading and restoration work in Phase 3 set for the week of September 2.
Attention has also been given to the 2025 Street Rehabilitation program, spanning across multiple project areas. Specific areas include Lakes Parkway and parts of Baltimore Street, with a range of construction activities including pavement removals, installation of concrete curb and driveway aprons, and spot replacement of concrete curb and gutter. Residents anticipating changes in their daily routes can refer to the detour maps on the project webpages. Contact information for SEH inspector Erik Navratil has been provided by the City of Blaine, providing a resource for community inquiries.
The 2025 Southwest Area Street Reconstruction is the last project outlined in the update. With a two-phase approach, it encompasses streets such as 87th Lane and Monroe Street. This project will focus on street grading and storm sewer installation during the early days of September. The final lift of bituminous pavement is anticipated to conclude later in the year, aligning with Phase 2's completion timeline. The Blaine Community is encouraged to reach out to Bolton & Menk inspector Travis Pearl with any questions related to the project's details or the schedule.
