Mora Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 — Corridor Study

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View full-size mapWe are studying the Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 corridor in Mora.

Study goals

  • Understand corridor needs
  • Identify future improvements
  • Develop an ultimate corridor vision

Your input helps us

  • Define the problem
  • Establish project goals
  • Develop alternative design concepts
  • Determine a vision for Hwy 65 and Hwy 23

What we have learned

From 351 survey responses and 76 pins placed on the interactive map, the following themes emerged.

  • Pedestrians do not feel safe walking or crossing Hwy 65 and Hwy 23
  • The top three improvements needed on Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 as identified by the survey are:
    1. More vehicle safety at intersections
    2. Smoother vehicle flow
    3. Vehicle access to/from Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 and side streets

  • Engagement overview (PDF)

Join us for a Public Meeting

Join us at a public meeting to share your knowledge, provide feedback on potential design alternatives, and learn more about the study.

Thu, Dec. 7

4 - 6 p.m.

Mora City Hall

101 S Lake St, Mora, MN 55051  

Drop by to talk to project staff, learn about preliminary design alternatives, and comment on large maps of the area. There will be no formal presentation, so stop by at a time that's convenient for you.

View full-size mapWe are studying the Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 corridor in Mora.

Study goals

  • Understand corridor needs
  • Identify future improvements
  • Develop an ultimate corridor vision

Your input helps us

  • Define the problem
  • Establish project goals
  • Develop alternative design concepts
  • Determine a vision for Hwy 65 and Hwy 23

What we have learned

From 351 survey responses and 76 pins placed on the interactive map, the following themes emerged.

  • Pedestrians do not feel safe walking or crossing Hwy 65 and Hwy 23
  • The top three improvements needed on Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 as identified by the survey are:
    1. More vehicle safety at intersections
    2. Smoother vehicle flow
    3. Vehicle access to/from Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 and side streets

  • Engagement overview (PDF)

Join us for a Public Meeting

Join us at a public meeting to share your knowledge, provide feedback on potential design alternatives, and learn more about the study.

Thu, Dec. 7

4 - 6 p.m.

Mora City Hall

101 S Lake St, Mora, MN 55051  

Drop by to talk to project staff, learn about preliminary design alternatives, and comment on large maps of the area. There will be no formal presentation, so stop by at a time that's convenient for you.

  • Corridor vision

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    We developed a set of guiding values to describe our vision for the future of Hwy 65 and Hwy 23.

    1. Develop a safe and equitable multimodal transportation system
      • Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 will be a safe, accessible, and efficient street for walkers, bikers, cars, trucks, and transit users.
    2. Provide improvements that are compatible and sustainable with the environment
      • Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 improvements will address long-term infrastructure needs and create opportunities for existing and future land development.
    3. Support local business community
      • Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 improvements will ensure fair and safe access for the business community.

  • Background

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    The Hwy 65 and Hwy 23 Corridor Study was initiated by the Minnesota Department of Transportation to identify and prioritize improvements on two critical roadways within the City of Mora. These arterial roadways are critical for both the local community and greater region. A prior study of both corridors was completed in 2005, but since then the area has grown and conditions have changed. The study area includes both highways within city limits and portions of Hwy 65 to the south of city limits. Improvements have been made to both highways in recent years, but issues remain.

    The study will seek to understand the following:

    • Needs and opportunities in the corridor
    • Establish purpose and need
    • Goals and objectives
    • Develop and evaluate alternatives
    • Reach a consensus on a vision
    • Develop an implementation plan that shows improvements
    • Allows the vision to be achieved over time


    The project team will utilize the history of the corridor to bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to the proposed vision.

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