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View full-size mapWe're planning a reconstruction of Hwy 250 from the Hwy 250 bridge over the Root River to Hwy 16.
We plan to remove the entire road and replace it with new materials. During that time, the City of Lanesboro will also replace sewer and water utilities. Reconstruction for this project has been delayed until 2027.Additional time will allow MnDOT to be more thorough in its preparations, including in the environmental review process in coordination with the Department of Natural Resources. This adjustmentwill also give businesses and community members additional time to plan for construction.
In 2023, we heard from over 110 people about their experiences with and priorities for the road. We heard suggestions to improve intersections, bike and pedestrian crossings, and sidewalks. A summary of what we heard is available in the newsfeed.
In early summer 2023, community members shared their feedback on these design options via an online survey, with more sharing their thoughts at an in-person public meeting on June 27, 2023 and at a public booth in the community on July 1, 2023.
Key findings:
In the Southern Residential area of Hwy 250, people generally favored designs which provided additional dedicated paths for pedestrians and cyclists rather than shared mixed-use paths. Three quarters of survey respondents felt that the proposed designs solve the challenges that were identified by community members earlier this year. The community primarily cited the dedicated bike and pedestrian paths being separate as the basis of their decision. Comments also shared concerns that the changes may make travel difficult for larger trucks and agricultural vehicles.
In the Dam to Downtown area, most people were satisfied with the proposed design and felt that it adequately solves the challenges identified earlier in the year. People cited that pedestrian and bike traffic improvements as well as crosswalks were positive changes in the design. Concerns were raised with access for oversized vehicles, as well as how the construction may impact the memorial and James A. Thompson House Bed & Breakfast.
In the Downtown area, most people were satisfied with the proposed design, citing improvements to roadway crossings and visibility due to added bump outs. Many shared concerns with access to parking, as well as the close proximity of bikes, pedestrians and agricultural vehicles.
Community members were most satisfied with the proposed designs for the Ashburn St area, commenting on improvements to sidewalks as well as curbs and gutters. Again, people shared their concerns for road access for larger trucks and agricultural vehicles. Others suggested additional roadway changes, such as reduced speed limits and signage.
Thank you to everyone who provided input through the survey. MnDOT will use these comments to continue to refine designs as it considers long-term improvements for the roadway.
View full-size mapWe're planning a reconstruction of Hwy 250 from the Hwy 250 bridge over the Root River to Hwy 16.
We plan to remove the entire road and replace it with new materials. During that time, the City of Lanesboro will also replace sewer and water utilities. Reconstruction for this project has been delayed until 2027.Additional time will allow MnDOT to be more thorough in its preparations, including in the environmental review process in coordination with the Department of Natural Resources. This adjustmentwill also give businesses and community members additional time to plan for construction.
In 2023, we heard from over 110 people about their experiences with and priorities for the road. We heard suggestions to improve intersections, bike and pedestrian crossings, and sidewalks. A summary of what we heard is available in the newsfeed.
In early summer 2023, community members shared their feedback on these design options via an online survey, with more sharing their thoughts at an in-person public meeting on June 27, 2023 and at a public booth in the community on July 1, 2023.
Key findings:
In the Southern Residential area of Hwy 250, people generally favored designs which provided additional dedicated paths for pedestrians and cyclists rather than shared mixed-use paths. Three quarters of survey respondents felt that the proposed designs solve the challenges that were identified by community members earlier this year. The community primarily cited the dedicated bike and pedestrian paths being separate as the basis of their decision. Comments also shared concerns that the changes may make travel difficult for larger trucks and agricultural vehicles.
In the Dam to Downtown area, most people were satisfied with the proposed design and felt that it adequately solves the challenges identified earlier in the year. People cited that pedestrian and bike traffic improvements as well as crosswalks were positive changes in the design. Concerns were raised with access for oversized vehicles, as well as how the construction may impact the memorial and James A. Thompson House Bed & Breakfast.
In the Downtown area, most people were satisfied with the proposed design, citing improvements to roadway crossings and visibility due to added bump outs. Many shared concerns with access to parking, as well as the close proximity of bikes, pedestrians and agricultural vehicles.
Community members were most satisfied with the proposed designs for the Ashburn St area, commenting on improvements to sidewalks as well as curbs and gutters. Again, people shared their concerns for road access for larger trucks and agricultural vehicles. Others suggested additional roadway changes, such as reduced speed limits and signage.
Thank you to everyone who provided input through the survey. MnDOT will use these comments to continue to refine designs as it considers long-term improvements for the roadway.
This closed at midnight on Monday, July 17, 2023. Thank you to everyone who participated.
If you missed the deadline and would still like to submit a comment, please reach out to Cindy Morgan at Cindy.Morgan@state.mn.us or 507-951-6593
MnDOT is planning to reconstruct Hwy 250 from the Hwy 250 bridge over the Root River to Hwy 16. We plan to remove the entire road and replace it with new materials. During that time, the City of Lanesboro will also replace sewer and water utilities. This project is tentatively scheduled for 2026.
Earlier this year, we heard from over 110 people about their experiences with and priorities for the road. We heard suggestions to improve intersections, bike and pedestrian crossings, and sidewalks. Click here to see a recap of the community’s input.
Based on this feedback, we’ve developed options for what the redesigned Hwy 250 might look like. As MnDOT prepares to begin the engineering design of the roadway, we are again seeking input to help us prioritize this work.
Thank you for your input!
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This survey closed on April 30, 2023. Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey and comment map.
Based on the feedback we received, we’ve developed options for what the redesigned Hwy 250 might look like.
We are seeking feedback on these design options. Take the survey to share your thoughts.
We're seeking feedback from the community on future improvements along Hwy 250 in Lanesboro. Input from this survey will influence our final designs for the Hwy 250 project.
We would also appreciate it if you also participated in a comment map about transportation in Lanesboro.
View full-size mapWe're planning a reconstruction of Hwy 250 from the Hwy 250 bridge over the Root River to Hwy 16. 