Major roadwork is set to commence next week on CSAH 39 in Monticello, with significant impacts expected for local traffic and access. According to the official announcement from Wright County's website, the "CSAH 39 Trail Improvements Project" will start on September 22, 2025. Eight months have been earmarked for completion, with work scheduled to wrap up by June 26, 2026, although these dates are subject to change.
The project's outline includes the construction of a 10-foot-wide bituminous trail on the north side, a complete reconstruction of the bituminous surface on CSAH 39, and the addition of curb and gutter, accompanied by a drainage pond opposite the City of Monticello yard. As a result of these expansion efforts, a road closure beginning Monday, September 22, has been scheduled, set to last through mid-November. Planned to accommodate local traffic, the detours will reroute vehicles south on Elm Street to 7th Street West, as reported by the Wright County communication.
For residents along CSAH 39, tree removal on Clubview Drive will prohibit parking during the week the project kicks off. Notified by the county, residents within the project’s zone should prepare for intermittent disruption, as storm sewer work will close intersections at Kampa Circle/CSAH 39 and Fairway Drive/CSAH 39 for short periods. While driveway access will be maintained, temporary restrictions are anticipated as work progresses.
Working hours for the construction are slated from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, highlighting a tight schedule to meet the planned deadlines. The county understands that "construction can be disruptive," and patience is sought from the community. This accommodation for vehicle parking along CSAH 39 will be made to ease some of the inevitable inconveniences, as described on the Wright County website.
For those requiring greater clarity on the construction's impact on their property, Wright County points to onsite project representative John Chmielewski and consultant engineer John Brunkhorst as primary contacts. Likewise, questions of a broader nature can be directed to the City of Monticello’s Public Works, with Assistant City Engineer Ryan Melhouse and PW Director Matt Leonard available for enquiries. Contact details for all aforementioned individuals are listed on the county's website. The contracting company tasked with the construction, Thomas and Sons Construction, Inc., has Darren Leidall as its project superintendent.
