Roadwork on Highway 101 in Wayzata, which was previously reported by Wayzata.com, is currently underway. Crews have started milling and overlaying the road as part of an overnight improvement project.
According to county officials, the work is expected to be completed by the morning. Drivers should remain cautious while traveling in the area and plan for minor disruptions during the overnight hours.
The Lake Street Plaza Park, a part of the Lake Street construction project, has been opened to the public.
Wayzata.com – August 16, 2020
It is located adjacent to CōV Restaurant.
Wayzata.com – August 16, 2020
According to the city of Wayzata, work continues on landscaping and plant installation, sidewalk and concrete pavement construction, irrigation and lighting systems.
Eastbound Lake Street will remain closed to allow the contractors access to the new Plaza Park area.
Meanwhile, Lake Street, between Ferndale Road and Barry Avenue is open to motorists in both directions and to pedestrians on the south side of Lake Street.
According to Stahl Construction, this week crews will continue to work on the interior of the plaza bathroom, and begin installing precast seat walls.
Stahl projects that it will begin to pour the concrete for a splash pad that will be located across from Ben & Jerry’s next week.
Construction work on Lake Street as a part of Panoway Phase I is underway.
The initial phase includes Lake Street, Lake Street Plaza, and the Dakota Rail Regional Trail.
The Wayzata City Council decided to continue moving forward with the Panoway Lake Street construction project at a special emergency workshop meeting on Thursday, March 26.
At last week’s meeting, the council received an update on the Panoway on Wayzata Bay Phase I reconstruction project from city staff and Stahl Construction President Jessie Houlihan.
Members of the City Council participated by conference call. Due to the COVID-19 emergency and the closure of city facilities, City Hall was closed to public and media access.The city council weighed a number of options with the project considering the current health and economic concerns:
1. Start construction now assuming public health concerns can be addressed.
2. Delay project until fall or spring of 2021. .
3. Indefinitely cancel project.
City staff addressed the feedback of Lake Street businesses.
“All but one (Lake Street business) supported moving forward (now),” said Wayzata Community Development Director Emily Goellner. “They were very concerned about a Fall project or a summer 2021 project.”
Goellner added that the businesses were interested in a waiver of city fees during construction.
Houlihan said that overall, at other Stahl construction sites, crews have increased hand washing, social distancing, and increased the cleaning of construction trailers.
Mayor Ken Willcox expressed concerns about moving forward with a $9 million dollar project during very uncertain economic times with citizens facing job layoffs, etc.
The Panoway Project is a part of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) as its own fund (officially named the Lakefront Improvement Fund).
Overall construction cost is projected at $9,049,790.
At the Nov. 19 city council meeting (Nov. 19), a professional services agreement with Stahl Constructionfor construction management services for Lake Effect’s first phase was approved.
The agreement includes $25,200 pre-construction services, approximately $100,000 for construction management, $50,000/month for construction services and $4,260/month for reimbursable expenses.
The expectation is that the Stahl expenses will decrease the overall project costs.
Lake Effect’s first phase essentially consists of Lake Street, Lake Street Plaza and the Dakota Rail Regional Trail Extension.
Stahl was brought in after bids for the first phase came in double the estimated costs earlier this year. The city council rejected those bids in July.
Stahl has been gathering feedback from Lake Street businesses and other stakeholders that will be impacted by the construction which is expected to last from March until September.
Meanwhile, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz recommended a $10 million for a grant to the City of Wayzata for a boardwalk and for ecological restoration along the shoreline of Lake Minnetonka as a part of the Panoway Project’s Phase 2.
The money is a part of a $300 million proposed investment in water quality and infrastructure projects.
Much to the relief of Wayzata residents, visitors, guests, business, and other stakeholders, the 101 / Central Avenue Bridge is set to re-open this weekend.
According to MN Dot Spokesman David Aekins, the bridge redecking project cost approximately $4 million. Of that amount Hennepin County is contributing approximately $1.9 million.
Aekins also indicated the bridge was originally built in 1970 and that safety and traffic improvements include: left turn lanes, wider sidewalks, a higher railing, and a new concrete deck.
Crews may finish their work on Saturday, but the official opening is scheduled for Sunday November 17th, 2019. Stay tuned to Wayzata.com, your Wayzata road construction news leader.
If you’re like me you’ve got orange cone fatigue having spent the last several years in Wayzata with all major roads under construction. Road crews were at it again last evening in the East Neighborhood as you can see in this photo. More road construction is slated for Central and Wayzata Boulevard to replace the gas mains. This project is expected to last about a week or so–with most work occurring overnight. Ugh!
My prescription for you–happy hour at the local watering holes and a 6 month moritorium on road construction in Wayzata in the year 2019.
In the spirit of never ending construction here in Wayzata, this notification just came across the wire!
Wayzata Public Works staff has been informed that the BNSF railroad will be making repairs to the concrete crossing panels at the Arlington Street crossing on May 3. This work will require a one day closure on May 3. Advanced notification signage will be placed on April 27, at the crossing, to inform motorists of the upcoming closure. During this closure, traffic will be routed via Crosby Road. A copy of Wayzata’s detour is linked here.
BNSF will then be replacing the RR crossing on Crosby Road, in Minnetonka on May 4 & 5. This work in Minnetonka will close Crosby Road, at the crossing for two (2) days. Minnnetonka will not be having a formal detour. Those south of the crossing will be directed to Eastman/McGinty to get to downtown Wayzata or Minnetonka Blvd. Those north of the crossing will be directed to Wayzata Blvd. to get to Hwy. 12 or I-394.
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The City of Wayzata has recently posted the following update on the official City website Wayzata.org:
“Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) will be replacing the railroad crossing at Barry Avenue South beginning Monday, October 13th. This railroad crossing is located just south of Lake Street, near the Wayzata Depot and the Boatworks building. The railroad crossing will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic as of 6:00 a.m. on Monday, October 13th, with restoration of the crossing anticipated by late Thursday, October 16th.
The City of Wayzata will be responsible for traffic control for the detour. A portable traffic signal system will be utilized to allow access to and from the city beach, marina, 6Smith, Boatworks building tenants, and the Depot via Lake Street to Ferndale Road South to Grove Lane East (see link below of detour map).
Hennepin County will reconstruct County Road 101 (Bushaway Road) in Minnetonka, Woodland and Wayzata. The project extends from north of Minnetonka Boulevard (County Road 5) to US Highway 12 at Wayzata Boulevard. The project is slated to begin mid-September 2014 and is expected to be finished by fall 2016.
Eastman Lane and McGinty Road (Wayzata)
Eastman Lane and McGinty Road in Wayzata will be closed to traffic with only local access permitted on Thursday, September 25. McGinty Road is anticipated to reopen later this fall with Eastman Lane reopening in early spring 2015. Advance notice signs have been placed in the area and a signed detour will be provided.
Closure from Minnetonka Boulevard to U.S. Highway 12
It is anticipated that County Road 101 from Minnetonka Boulevard in Minnetonka to U.S. Highway 12 in Wayzata will be closed to vehicle thru traffic starting in October. This closure will remain for the duration of this project. Advance warning signs will be placed and a signed detour provided.
You can find the detour maps under closures and detours on the project webpage.
As part of the project, crews will begin clearing trees and other vegetation per the approved construction plans. Next, utility work will begin followed by the reconstruction of the road.
Grading of roundabout in Minnetonka
The contractor will begin grading the 90 degree curve of County Road 101 located just north of Minnetonka Boulevard at Breezy Point Curve and McKenzie Point Road, in preparation for installation of a roundabout. This work will also begin shortly after September 22. County Road 101 will remain open at this location during the start of this grading work.
Intermittent utility relocation work can be expected throughout the project corridor. Private utility companies will provide advance notice signs in areas of their work.
Railroad bridge
The bridge over the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, north of McGinty Road in Wayzata, is currently open and work will begin in this area at a later date.
Gray’s Bay Marina and boat launch in Minnetonka
Throughout this reconstruction project, access will be maintained to the Gray’s Bay Marina slips and boat launch, although detours may be required to reach the marina. Updates will be provided as needed to slip holders and to launch users, as access may change on a regular basis as work proceeds.
The road reconstruction project for Hennepin County Road 101 (Bushaway Road) in Minnetonka, Woodland and Wayzata begins Thursday, September 25, 2014. At that time, Eastman Lane and McGinty Road in Wayzata will be closed to traffic with only local access permitted. During this initial phase of the construction, County Road 101 from Minnetonka Boulevard to U.S. Highway 12 will remain open. Work will also begin on the grading of County Road 101 just north of Minnetonka Boulevard at Breezy Point Curve and McKenzie Point Road in preparation for the installation of a roundabout. County Road 101 will remain open in this area during the start of this grading work.
As part of the project, crews will begin clearing trees and other vegetation per the approved construction plans. Next, utility work will begin followed by the reconstruction of the road. County Road 101 (Bushaway Road) reconstruction is designed to address safety concerns. The new road will accommodate increased traffic and replace the aging roadway and infrastructure. Segments will be closed during different stages of construction. Completion is scheduled for 2016.
Drivers are reminded at all times to proceed with caution through all construction areas. For more information, visit www.hennepin.us/countyroad101, email countyroad101@hennepin.us or call the project information line at 1-866-981-1101.
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