Phase 2 (Complete Phase)
The second phase of the Manning Avenue (County Highway 15) Corridor Management and Safety Improvement Project included a realignment of County Highway 14 (old TH 5) and Manning Avenue near the County Fairgrounds. These improvements were constructed in 2018 and 2019.
Lake Elmo City Council Workshop (July 21, 2015)
A presentation was made to the Lake Elmo City Council on July 21, 2015 at Lake Elmo City Hall. The purpose of this meeting was to provide an overview on the concepts on the Phase 2 portion of this project.
Lake Elmo Planning Commission Meeting (August 10, 2015)
A presentation was made to the Lake Elmo Planning Commission on August 10, 2015 at Lake Elmo City Hall. The purpose of this meeting was to explain the design process, recommended alternative for Phase 1 and the project phasing plan for Phase 2.
City of Lake Elmo
- Resolution of support (September 15, 2015)
- Resolution of support - clarification (November 17, 2015)
Metropolitan Airports Commission Meeting (December 21, 2015)
A presentation was made to the Metropolitan Airports Commission to provide more information about the project.
West Lakeland Township Town Board Meeting (January 11, 2016)
A presentation was made to the West Lakeland Township Town Board to provide more information about the project.
Baytown Township Township Officials Workshop (January 12, 2016)
A presentation was made to the Baytown Township Township Officials at the Baytown Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting was to provide more information about the project.
Fields of St. Croix HOA Meeting (October 27, 2016)
A presentation was made to the Fields of St. Croix HOA on October 27, 2016 to provide an update on Phase 2 of the project which covered the project design and schedule.
Construction Open House (May 2, 2018)
A Public Construction Open House for those interested in learning about the project staging, schedule, and impacts.
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Frank Ticknor, P.E.
Deputy Director of Public WorksPhone: 651-430-4319
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Mindy Leadholm
Right of Way SpecialistPhone: 651-430-4361
- What is the function of Manning Avenue?
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Manning Avenue is a high-mobility road that runs north/south through Washington County. It provides access to several neighborhoods, residences, schools, and businesses, as well as a direct connection to I-94.
- Why does Manning Avenue need to be upgraded to a 4-lane facility?
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The current volume of traffic is nearing a point at which a two-lane roadway can no longer operate efficiently and safely. The expected growth and development in this area will generate enough traffic to require a four-lane facility.
- Has a 3-lane facility been considered for Manning Avenue?
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A three-lane facility has been considered but would not be able to safely accommodate the volume of traffic anticipated with the future growth in the area.
- How will access be “managed” along the corridor?
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Properly spacing intersections, combining access points, and separating the roadway with a raised median will help to improve safety and mobility along the corridor. We will work with property owners regarding their individual access needs. Properties will not lose their access, although the access may be combined in some cases. No property will be landlocked.
- Why do we need a center median along Manning Avenue?
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A center median (4 to 6 inches high) will help increase roadway functionality and safety by separating opposing traffic, while reducing vehicle conflict points and traffic congestion.
- Can something be done to slow traffic down?
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The Manning Avenue corridor is wide and flat, and there’s nothing in the physical design that can effectively slow traffic down without seriously compromising safety or diverting traffic elsewhere onto less safe routes. Therefore, we need to design roadway features to safely accommodate the speeds that we expect drivers to choose based on the topography and surroundings.