Project Introduction

The City of South St. Paul is preparing for the reconstruction of 5th Avenue South, from Southview Boulevard to I-494. This approximately one mile stretch of roadway is in need of reconstruction to address the following issues:

• Concrete roadway is 50 years old and nearing end of its useful life
• Curb & gutter is in need of replacement
• Water main upgrades are needed to improve system-wide pressure and service
• Storm sewer upgrades are needed

Additional goals of the project include:

• Improving pedestrian facilities
• Adding pedestrian level lighting, if feasible
• Potentially reduce pavement width to reduce stormwater costs and increase boulevards
• Evaluating and increasing intersection safety and current traffic control measures
• Evaluating other traffic calming measures
• Meeting Municipal State Aid roadway standards
• Creating a quieter street with asphalt pavement instead of concrete

Project Schedule

• Project Kick Off & Data Collection – October to December 2017
• Preliminary Design to 30% – January to April 2018
• Public Open House 1 – January or February 2018
• Preliminary Design to 60% - May to September 2018
• Public Open House 2 – Summer 2018
• Final Design & Permits – Fall and Winter 2018
• Public Open House 3 – Winter 2018
• Construction - 2019

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Project Contacts

Chris Hartzell, PE
City of South St. Paul
City Engineer, Project Manager
651.554.3210
chartzell@southstpaul.org

Dave Hutton, PE
Senior Professional Engineer
SEH
612.255.8747 | direct
952.797.2329 | mobile
dhutton@sehinc.com