2026 2nd Ave South Improvements

Project Overview

This is a complete street and utility reconstruction project led by the City of Sauk Rapids. Construction is expected to begin in May 2026. The project scope includes replacement and upgrades to the existing street and sidewalks, sanitary sewer, water main, services in the streets, and storm sewer system. It also includes the construction of the new mini-roundabout at the intersection of 2nd Avenue South and 14th Street South. It is also planned to extend sidewalks on 12th and 14th Avenue South between 2nd and Broadway Avenue South, and along 9th Street South from the alley east of 2nd Avenue South to the Benton Drive/ Summit Avenue intersection.

Additional details will be provided related to construction activity and next steps for the project as the project progresses and timelines are further identified.

Private Utility Work Begins Fall 2025

City project work (streets and municipal utilities) is expected to begin in May 2026. In preparation for the City’s street and public utility work, relocation and upgrade work for small (private) utilities (natural gas, electric, communications) is planned to commence in Fall 2025 and be completed in Spring 2026 (several months of work – weather dependent). The initial private utility work will be completed by Xcel Energy natural gas crews primarily along both sides of 2nd Avenue South from 10th Street South to Searle Street NE. Xcel Energy electric crews are planning to begin relocation and undergrounding work in early 2026.

Relocation of private utilities is necessary to avoid construction conflicts with the proposed street and public utility construction. There is considerable private utility work planned in conjunction with the City’s project in and around the immediate project area. This work will continue for several months prior to roadway and public utility construction starting. Any service interruptions will be communicated by each utility.

2026 2nd Ave South Improvements

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Private Utility Work Begins Fall 2025

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