Nicollet Avenue reconstruction in Bloomington

Hennepin County, in partnership with the City of Bloomington, plans to reconstruct Nicollet Avenue (County Road 52) from American Boulevard to East Old Shakopee Road in Bloomington, starting in 2027.

This project will improve safety and mobility for people walking, biking, rolling, and driving.

Project information

Project goals

The roadway is nearing the end of its lifespan and needs to be reconstructed. In the process of reconstruction, the county will remove and replace the existing road, replace utilities, and update other infrastructure, as needed.

This work provides the opportunity for the county to examine how the road is used and to identify potential improvements to benefit all users.

Project goals include:

• Create safe, secure and comfortable places for everyone to travel, regardless of their age or ability.
• Provide quality experiences for all types of travel - driving, walking, rolling, biking, and using transit.
• Design a more livable, calmer, safer street.
• Make it easier to access nearby community destinations including parks, trails, and local businesses.
• Replace and modernize aging infrastructure, such as roadway pavement, traffic signals, and stormwater facilities. 

Map

Schedule

• Project Kick-off: July 2024
• Preliminary Design & Engagement: Fall 2024 – Fall 2025
• Final Design & Communications: Winter 2025 – Fall 2026
• Bid Letting: Winter 2027
• Begin Construction: Spring 2027

Community involvement

Engagement opportunities

You can provide feedback right now by taking a short survey and making comments on the corridor with our interactive map.

Share your thoughts by using our community engagement website.