The following projects are led by the Minnesota Department of Transportation or Ramsey County.

Click here for general information on MnDOT Road Projects.

Click here for general information on Ramsey County Future Road Projects.

Lake Johanna Boulevard Trail Design 

Ramsey County has completed a study to identify trail and road design concepts for Lake Johanna Boulevard (PDF) between Snelling Avenue North and County Road D in Arden Hills. The goal of this study was to explore options for a potential future trail along this stretch of Lake Johanna Boulevard. Visit the Lake Johanna Blvd Trail Design Report (PDF) here. An Open House was held at Arden Hills City Hall on Thursday, July 7, 2022. Access the recording of the March 1, 2022 Virtual Open House.

County Road E & Old Snelling Avenue Intersection Improvements

A study is underway on the intersection of County Road E (Lake Johanna Boulevard) and Old Snelling Avenue in Arden Hills to identify a new design that improves safety conditions and traffic flow. Please follow the link to participate in any Public Engagement provided by Ramsey County on this project. Construction of the intersection is planned for 2023.  

Lexington Avenue Reconstruction

Ramsey County is leading a reconstruction project of Lexington Avenue from County Road E to I-694. The goal of this project in the cities of Arden Hills and Shoreview is to improve traffic flow and safety on Lexington Avenue. Construction began the first week of April 2022. Daily traffic restrictions on Lexington are in place.

Project Status to Date 
December 6: Paving of the new southbound lanes is complete, including the turn lanes at Target Road and Grey Fox Road. Curb construction for 2022 is also complete. Crews have installed the new, permanent traffic signal at Target Road. 

2023 Construction:

We will make every effort to complete as much construction as possible in fall 2022 and will continue working as long as the weather cooperates. The following work is expected to take place in spring and summer 2023:

• Construct remaining turn lanes, center medians, pedestrian ramps, new trail and sidewalk
• Finish paving the portion of the road from County Road E to the railroad crossing and Red Fox Road to I-694
• Complete all remaining utility, stormwater, and watermain work and install permanent traffic signals

November 3: Per the latest communication from Ramsey County and Shafer Contracting from their weekly schedule, the project is now focused on completing roadway work prior to the winter freeze. Other secondary goals will likely be pushed back to 2023, depending on weather. The contractor will be temporary paving the open parts of the roadway and will shift traffic into its temporary configuration for the winter in the next couple weeks. 

October 4: The project focus is to complete the roadway work prior to the onset of winter weather. Some watermain work will be postponed until spring 2023. Overnight water shutdowns will be taking place Wednesday and Thursday evenings outside of local business hours. Staff will be on site overnight for quality inspection and to shut down the water system. 

The design team has identified a road layout for Lexington Avenue with:

• An 8-foot sidewalk on the southbound side and a wider 10-foot trail on the northbound side
• Two through-lanes in each direction
• A center median
• Dedicated left and right turn lanes throughout the project area

Proposed through lane section of Lexington Avenue

Proposed turn lane section of Lexington Avenue 

For the latest information, please visit the Ramsey County project webpage. 

Rice Creek North Regional Trailhead

Ramsey County Parks & Recreation has phased improvements planned for a future trailhead development located within the central portion of the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor south of County Road I. 

The initial phase of construction began in October 2019 and includes the addition of an access road from the intersection of County Road I and Fairview to the entrance of the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS), along with fencing modifications, storm water management, landscaping and signage. Future roadway, trail, and utility improvements are planned in the upcoming years to gain access to a future trailhead site within the park corridor. View more information regarding Phase 1 improvements. View the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan