Maple Grove residents should prepare for a slight detour in their travel plans this week. The City of Maple Grove announced on its social media channels that repaving work is set to begin on Hemlock Lane starting August 18. The roadwork, managed by Hennepin County, will impact traffic along Hemlock Lane, from Bass Lake Road to just south of 73rd Avenue.
The project is scheduled to run Monday through Friday, and while intended to wrap up by August 22, it all hinges on cooperative weather. Drivers should expect Hemlock Lane to be reduced to one lane in either direction. Flaggers will be there to guide vehicles through the construction zone. The city's post urges drivers to "Please be alert and allow for extra travel time," and emphasizes that patience during this period is much appreciated.
For those seeking additional details on the road work or for future updates, the City of Maple Grove encourages residents and commuters to stay tuned to their Facebook page. They intend to keep the public promptly informed about project progress and any potential changes in the roadwork schedule. The post from August 16th serves as the initial notification to the community, ensuring that the details reach a wide audience ahead of the start date.
As traffic adjusts to the new temporary layout, commuters and locals should plan accordingly, perhaps allowing themselves to leave earlier than usual to reach their destinations on time. The need to slow down through the affected segment of Hemlock Lane is expected to cause some delays. Moreover, as the community navigates this brief but necessary inconvenience, the end result promises to be a smoother, more durable roadway surface — an upgrade keenly awaited by many who travel this stretch regularly.
