London Road/Hwy 61

About this project

A map of the Hwy 61/London Road project area. — *Click image for full-size PDF*

Proposed summary of work

Roundabouts at 26th Avenue East, 40th Avenue East, 60th Avenue East
Enhanced intersection improvements (left turn lanes, raised pedestrian refuge islands)
Lane configuration/pavement marking modifications
Add missing pedestrian amenities
Drainage improvements
Pavement resurfacing
Correct existing sidewalk deficiencies to meet ADA standards
Boulevard tree removal and replacement
Roadway lighting improvements
Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacon for pedestrian crossing at 32nd Avenue East

Project information

Roll plots

Below are roll plots of the entire corridor’s proposed improvements. It is broken into two sections for easier viewing.

Project simulation

Below are traffic simulations at each of the proposed roundabouts.

Roundabout videos

This video shows drone footage of a roundabout in West St. Paul with a similar traffic volume as London Road. It shows how vehicles navigate the roundabout, and at the 2:10 mark, it shows how pedestrians navigate it.

Intersection analysis

This document takes a look at why roundabouts were proposed at the three intersections instead of traffic signals.

Corridor survey

We had an overwhelming response to the 2021 corridor survey, with more than 2,200 people sharing their opinions. View a summary of the results.

Feedback

After reviewing the above materials, feel free to provide comments to Project Manager Tom Lamb before Nov. 11.

Public meetings

MnDOT hosted two public meetings in early October to discuss proposed solutions along London Road. The in-person meeting was Oct. 11, and the virtual meeting was Oct. 12. A recording of that meeting is below.