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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
City Council Work Session: January 31, 2022
AGENDA ITEM: CSAH 42 Visioning Study Update AGENDA SECTION:
Discussion
PREPARED BY: Brian Erickson, City Engineer AGENDA NO. 2.a.
ATTACHMENTS: Executive Summary; Recommendation
Maps APPROVED BY: LJM
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discussion
BACKGROUND
Dakota County and the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley and Burnsville are nearing the completion of
the County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 42 Visioning Study. As a result, Dakota County Engineer Mark
Krebsbach, Assistant County Engineer Erin Laberee, and Senior Project Manager Doug Abere will be
attending the work session to discuss the status of the study as well as the upcoming actions that will be
requested of the cities. In addition, Dakota County Commissioners Atkins and Hamann-Roland plan to
attend as well.
The attached executive summary and maps provide the current status of the study on the entire corridor
and are provided for Council background. The primary focus areas for Rosemount have been:
• Development and access along the CSAH 42 corridor between Biscayne and Akron
• Future intersection improvements at S. Robert Trail and CSAH 42
• Access management future improvements in the area west of U.S. Highway 52
• Pedestrian improvements including trails and other accommodations for crossings
County staff will present the current status of the study and then be available for further discussion.
During the study process, county and city staff have worked to explore potential solutions that meeting
both the needs of Rosemount and its rapid development and Dakota County’s needs related to CSAH 42
as a principle arterial. Three areas have been identified as additional study areas based on the relatively
limited corridor study scope and relative complexity of these areas. Those areas are:
• S. Robert Trail and CSAH 42 intersection and related improvements
• Full access locations and traffic control for the corridor between Biscayne and Auburn
• Future U.S. Highway 52 improvements
RECOMMENDATION
Discussion of proposed long-term plans for CSAH 42 as well as next steps for proposed adoption of this
plan.
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2040 Corridor Management Plan for Dakota County Highway 42
DRAFT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dakota County’s Highway 42 Management Plan for
2040 updates the current long-term plan (adopted
in 1999 and 2007). The Management Plan provides
20-year guidance for managing County Highway
42 from the County’s west border in Burnsville
to Highway 52 in Rosemount (15 miles). County
Highway 42 (Highway 42) is a an east-west principal
arterial in Dakota and Scott Counties, and as such,
is managed for efficient and safe travel. It serves
thousands of users each day, providing connections
to other major arterials such as I-35W/I-35E and
Hwy 52. It also provides local access to residential
and commercial areas.
Why was Highway 42 studied?
Today’s vehicle traffic volumes (2019) are 20% -50%
below the levels forecast in 1999, yet they are still
growing. This study looked at current data and best
practices to understand how the highway can best
be managed in the future. It considered the roles
of existing and future parallel routes and frontage
roads and the increasing need for safe and efficient
walking, biking and transit to plan for the future of
the transportation system in Dakota County and the
surrounding area.
Updates to the plan leveraged 2040 transportation
plans and forecasts (Dakota County and Cities),
incorporated local comprehensive planning, and
created short- and long-term guidance to manage
the corridor.
Study Goals
The Management Plan aimed to address the
following goals for Highway 42:
Improve Safety
Reduce Traffic congestions and delay
Balance access to adjacent propertied
and the local roadway network
Design for pedestrians, bicyclists and
transit users
Prepare for future transportation
needs (ex. land development and
growth)
Key Findings
A review of technical analysis and public
feedback found that overall, Highway 42 can be
effectively managed through the year 2040 by
using approaches similar to those of the past.
Therefore, the updated plan is mostly consistent
with the 1999 corridor plan, with modifications
to incorporate innovations and best practices and
provide a more concrete vision for multimodal
improvements such as walking, biking and transit
facilities. The overall management plan revolves
around:
• Maintaining and improving corridor
functions to serve all travelers
• Controlling access and traffic
• Reducing or deferring the need for Highway
42 expansion
The following pages provide a summary of the
recommended improvements by community.
County Highway 42 Study Area
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LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
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intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
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Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
35E
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Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
1
Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
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Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
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Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
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DRAFT
Summary of Hwy 42 Recommendations
City of Burnsville
Context
Highway 42 in Burnsville has major commercial
areas west of I-35W and I-35E, with residential
and some retail to the east. Highway 42 through
Burnsville has six through lanes west of Portland
Ave to accommodate high traffic volumes (29,000
to 51,000 vehicles per day). The City is planning
for redevelopment of the Burnsville Center/Mall
area, including a more mixed-use pattern around
Burnsville Center (retail, office, and residential).
The highest traffic volumes/
complexity
Segments of Highway 42 in
Burnsville carry more than
50,000 vehicles per day,
which include the freeway
interchanges and other
connections serving complex
traffic movements and
several safety and congestion
issues.
Plans for redevelopment
and “rethinking”
highway connections
The City’s redevelopment
vision will help create
opportunities to
rework access points
and connections along
Highway 42, the freeways,
and other roadways.
Proven bus transit
services opportunities
Highway 42 in Burnsville
includes several bus stops
and has a strong history
and positive future for
serving riders. Routes
include connections
traveling west to Scott
County and several routes
traveling to Burnsville
Center.
Need to better serve
pedestrians and
bicyclists
There are several
challenges identified
in Burnsville for
pedestrians and
bicyclists, which
include crossing
Highway 42 and
cross-streets.
Recommended Improvements Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
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intersections to improve safety for intersections to improve safety for
all travelersall travelers
Burnsville Center
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The Management Plan’s direction
for Burnsville includes planning
for future connections for traffic
and pedestrians/bicyclists to
cross Highway 42, which supports
the planned redevelopment and
addresses other needs. The Plan
also identifies the need for safer and
more efficient connections between
Highway 42 and I-35W / I-35E.
Highway 42 bus-stop improvements at existing
stops and transit-station upgrades at Burnsville
Center
Intersection redesigns at or near Aldrich
Avenue, allowing traffic and pedestrians/
bicyclists to cross under Highway 42
Freeway interchange ramp changes to improve
land access and Highway 42 connections
Improvements around Portland Avenue to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
Possible bus-stop improvements east of I-35E
Maintain stop-controlled intersection at
Redwood Drive, minimizing traffic diversions in
Burnsville
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5
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
35E
35
1111
55
Southcross Dr Burnsville Pkw yBURNSVILLE
1
1 3
3
54
2
Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
1
Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
35E
35
1111
55
Southcross Dr Burnsville Pkw yBURNSVILLE
1
1 3
3
54
2
Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
1
Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
35E
35
1111
55
Southcross Dr Burnsville Pkw yBURNSVILLE
1
1 3
3
54
2
Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
1
Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
LAKE MARION GREENWAY TRAIL UNDERPASS (BUILT 2020)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS Portland AveLac Lavon DrNicollet Ave35W
35E
35
1111
55
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1
1 3
3
54
2
Minor changes at many Minor changes at many
intersections to improve intersections to improve
safety for all travelerssafety for all travelers
1
Burnsville Center
Hwy 42 bus-stop improvements and transit-
station upgrades at Burnsville Center
2 Intersection redesign at Aldrich Ave, allowing
traffic and pedestrians/bicyclists to cross
under Hwy 42
3 Freeway interchange ramp changes to
improve land access and Hwy 42 connections
4 Improvements around Portland Ave to
address the eastbound lane drop and other
issues
5 Possible bus-stop improvements in Burnsville
in segments east of I-35E
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DRAFT
Summary of Hwy 42 Recommendations
City of Apple Valley
Context
Highway 42 in Apple Valley has residential and
parkland on the western end of the corridor,
major commercial development around
Cedar Avenue (Highway 77/23), and a mix of
commercial and residential properties adjacent
to the corridor to the east. Highway 42 in Apple
Valley has four through lanes serving 20,300 to
36,000 vehicles per day. Plan recommendations
do not include the addition of through lanes.
High volume intersection at
Cedar Avenue
With almost 80,000 vehicles
per day using the intersection
of Cedar Avenue and Highway
42, this location has impacts
on operations from Pennock
Avenue to Flagstaff Avenue.
Safety is also a concern based
on the amount of crashes,
including some with injuries
and fatalities.
Aging Infrastructure
The segment of Highway
42 from Redwood Drive
to Pennock Avenue
has some of the oldest
pavement and signals.
Replacement of this
aging infrastructure
may put priority on
improvements within
this segment.
Plans for development
Potential
redevelopment of
commercial areas
around the Cedar
Avenue intersection,
and new development
between Flagstaff
Avenue and Pilot
Knob Road, will create
opportunities to
streamline access and
traffic.
Need to better serve
pedestrians and
bicyclists
There are several
challenges identified
in Apple Valley for
pedestrians and
bicyclists, which
include crossing
Highway 42 and
cross-streets.
Recommended Improvements
The Management Plan’s
guidance for Apple Valley
includes future connections
for pedestrians/bicyclists
to cross Highway 42
and improvements at
the highest volume
intersections. The County
and City also have an
opportunity to rethink
how the segment between
Elm Drive and Hayes Road
functions with the current
frontage road system.
Coordinated changes with the removal of the
signal at Elm Drive concurrent with a new
underpass at Redwood Park to accommodate
pedestrians and bicyclists
Improvements at Garden View to address
capacity issues with possible one-way
frontage road system to provide more space
for pedestrians and bicyclists, filling a gap in
the trail system
Potential grade-separated crossings for
pedestrians and bicyclists
Grade-separated crossing of the high-volume
intersection of Cedar Ave/Hwy 77
Updated plan recommends keeping a signal
at Garrett
New intersection configuration options to
provide additional capacity at Pilot Knob Road
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The Management Plan’s guidance for Rosemount will allow for full-access locations for
future development, improvements for adjacent trails and future trail crossings of Highway
42 and other improvements.
DRAFT
Summary of Hwy 42 Recommendations
City of Rosemount
Context
Highway 42 in Rosemount has a mix of
commercial and residential areas west of S.
Robert Trail/Highway 3 with plans for future
mixed-use development south of the corridor to
the east. The City has referenced the intersection
recommendations adopted by Dakota County in
2007 to implement access for current and future
developments. Highway 42 in Rosemount has four
through lanes serving 13,800 to 19,500 vehicles
per day.
High volume intersection
adjacent to at-grade railroad
crossing
The S. Robert Trail/Highway 3
intersection is one of the few
remaining major arterials
in the metro area with an
at-grade railroad crossing.
With high traffic volumes
also present, a bridge over
the intersection and railroad
should be considered.
Plans for
development
and planned highway
connections
The City will use the
recommendations
from this plan to
understand the
needs for supporting
roadway networks and
plan access for future
developments.
Need to better serve
pedestrians and bicyclists
There are several
challenges identified
in Rosemount for
pedestrians and bicyclists,
which include crossing
Highway 42 and cross-
streets. There is also a
safety concern at Shannon
Parkway due to high
number of crashes with
pedestrians and bicyclists.
Important connection
to Highway 52
The interchange
at Highway 52
provides an
important connection
for the region.
Previous studies
identified potential
improvements that
will be driven by
development and
traffic. Recommended Improvements
Pedestrian and bicycle crossing treatments to
address current safety concerns
Grade-separated crossing of both the
S. Robert Trail intersection and the adjacent
railroad crossing of Highway 42
Trails to fill current gaps in the system between S.
Robert Trail and Akron Avenue
Manage series of full- and partial-access
intersections, including new signals when needed
for traffic, from Biscayne Ave to the east
Planned access along Highway 42 to support
future roadway network as area is developed
Possible loop ramps to provide for the heaviest
traffic movements at Highway 52 and supporting
road systems east of Blaine Avenue to manage
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New traffic signal
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VERMILLION HIGHLANDS GREENWAY UNDERPASS (CONCEPT)
6 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
4 LANE DIVIDED HIGHWAY
CITY BOUNDARY
EXISTING TRAFFIC SIGNAL
FULL ACCESS - NO SIGNAL
3/4 ACCESS
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DRAFT
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION MAPS
2040 Corridor Management Plan for Dakota County Highway 42
This Corridor Management plan provides 20-year
guidance for managing Highway 42 from the
County’s west border in Burnsville to Highway
52 in Rosemount. The Corridor Management
Plan is based on the recommendations from
the Visioning Study that provided a data driven
approach that considered both existing and future
traffic operations, reviewed existing safety issues,
and documented pedestrian, bicyclist and transit
users needs on the corridor. The Visioning Study
identified multiple strategies to improve capacity,
infrastructure, pedestrian/bicycle facilities and
connectivity, and access management that can be
prioritized for implementation. More details on
the Visioning Study can be found in the Technical
Memorandum documentation.
RECOMMENDATION MAPS
The following recommendations maps summarize
the various tools and management strategies
for roadway, pedestrian, bicyclist and transit
improvements. These recommendations can
address the existing or future needs of the
corridor and help reach the goals of improving
safety, reducing congestion and delays, providing
access to adjacent properties and planning for
future transportation needs.
Recommends a right-in/right-out intersection
that removes the ability for local street and
Highway 42 traffic to make left turns. In some
locations the right-in/right-out is only in one
direction and is depicted with white arrows in
the icon.
Recommends a 3/4 intersection that allows
left-turns from Highway 42 to the local street
but does not allow left turns from the local
street onto Highway 42. In some locations the
left-in is only in one direction and is depicted
with only one white arrow in the icon.
Denotes a full-access location where the
local street stops but has the ability to make
a left, right or go through at the Highway 42
intersection. These locations will continue to
be monitored for safety or capacity issues.
Justification for future signals or for alternative
traffic controls will be based on assessment of
traffic needs.
Recommendation for a future grade-separation
of the local street and Highway 42 at the
highest volume intersections. Further study
needed to determine final configuration.
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATION MAPS LEGEND
These locations represent a recommendation
for enhancements to an existing signal such
as re-timing, adding yellow-flashing arrows
or light enhancements to improve visibility of
signal head or can show locations of planned
new signals.
Recommends either adding additional turn
lanes or lengthening existing turn lanes to
accommodate future traffic volumes.
Removal of an existing signal, typically
recommended to be replaced with a 3/4
access intersection configuration instead.
Icon represents new freeway loop ramps
at locations with freeway connections with
Highway 42.
Priority locations for intersection
improvements for pedestrian and bicyclists.
Recommended locations for tunnels or bridges
for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Locations for future transit stop improvements
including sidewalk connections, platforms for
loading, benches, lighting or shelters.
Identifies locations where either new frontage/
backage roadways or improvements to existing
frontage roads are recommended.
Locations that require further study to determine
the final roadway and intersection configurations.
Coordinated improvements will be grouped
together inside boxes to note items that should be
implemented together.
NOTE: These pages are formatted for 11 x 17 printing
2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
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In vicinity of Aldrich (future study to determine location)
Ped/bike improvement to the local street crossing, not Hwy 42 crossing
Ped/bike improvement to the local street crossing, not Hwy 42 crossing
Ped/bike improvement to the local street crossing, not Hwy 42 crossing
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City of Burnsville
County Line to County Road 5
SEGMENT NEEDS: Most 1999 study recommendations have
been implemented. Corridor needs to 2040 focus on transit and
pedestrian/bicycle improvements.
RECOMMENDATIONS: A new grade-separated regional trail crossing
between Judicial Road and Newton Avenue would provide needed
pedestrian/bike connection. Transit stop improvements are
suggested at key intersections.
County Road 5 to Aldrich Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: Segment includes coordinated signals influenced
by the I-35W/I-35E interchange area, causing long delays.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Remove the signal at Irving Avenue to
improve corridor mobility and remove the Aldrich signal as part
of a recommended grade separation project to serve local traffic,
pedestrians and bicyclists (a future study will determine details).
The timing of improvements will depend on redevelopment
and future traffic conditions. Planning for new connections and
supporting roadways is also essential, especially in implementing
the Center Village Redevelopment Vision Area network
improvements or other local projects. Improvements at the
freeway ramps will provide opportunities to re-time remaining
signals and improve operations for this segment.
Hwy 42 City Boundary Lake Marion Greenway Trail Crossing
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
Center Village Center Village
Redevelopment Redevelopment
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*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
Potential Grade
Separation Study Area
2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
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SHORT/MEDIUM TERM RECOMMENDATION
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Concurrent
Improvements
Trail Trail
I-35E Interchange improvement when needed
Evaluate aging signal and long-term options
OR OR Based on safety or operational needs
Based on safety or operational issuesBased on safety or operational needs
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Improvement to the local street crossing, not Hwy 42 crossing
I-35W/I-35E Interchange (to Plymouth Avenue)
SEGMENT NEEDS: The segment experiences weaving and safety
issues and high demand for westbound left-turning vehicles to
travel north on I-35W and I-35E.
RECOMMENDATIONS: One option includes adding a loop ramp
for southbound I-35W to eastbound Hwy 42, which will balance
traffic across all lanes and reduce weaving and safety issues. As
part of this improvement, Buck Hill would be realigned to utilize
a new Aldrich connection to access Hwy 42. Other alternatives
should also be considered, including replacing aging signals and
coordinating improvements through the segment. Pedestrian and
bike accommodations are needed to provide more comfort in this
high-traffic volume segment.
Portland Avenue to Lac Lavon Drive
SEGMENT NEEDS: Current sidewalk/trail gap and multiple full-
access locations for local street and private parcels should be
considered for a reduction in access.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Extend three lanes eastbound through the
Portland Avenue intersection. Coordinate transit improvement
opportunities. Fill trail gap from Portland Avenue to Lac Lavon
Drive.
Lac Lavon Drive to Southcross Drive
SEGMENT NEEDS: Multiple full-access locations for local street
and private parcels need to be managed.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Consider the option to convert Parson
Hill Drive to a 3/4 access in the long term. This would retain
U-turn opportunities for traffic movements in this segment while
managing safety where needed.
Southcross Drive to Elm Drive
SEGMENT NEEDS: Close spacing of existing signals at Southcross
Drive, Elm Drive and Garden View Drive impacts mobility on Hwy
42. Elm Drive’s current and future local street volumes do not
justify the need for the signal (also reference Figure C).
RECOMMENDATIONS: Maintain/enhance the signal at Southcross
Drive. Keep Redwood Drive as full-access (unless safety issues
arise). Remove the Elm Drive signal concurrent with a new
pedestrian underpass.
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City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
New Trail
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs. Frontage/Backage
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City of Apple Valley
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Garden View Drive Intersection
INTERSECTION NEED: There are delays and issues with limited
storage for left-turning vehicles on Hwy 42 and blocking vehicles on
Garden View Drive using the frontage roads as they wait to turn on
to Hwy 42. The signal is aging and modernization is needed.
RECOMMENDATION: Extending the westbound left-turn lane
on Hwy 42 would better accommodate future traffic volumes.
Upgrades to signals, including pedestrian and bicycle crossing
features, and transit stop improvements are recommended.
Elm Drive to 147th Street – Frontage Road Options
SEGMENT NEEDS: Current gap in sidewalk/trail system with
pedestrian crossing needs near Elm Drive limit safety and mobility.
RECOMMENDATION: Trails could be added within the existing right-
of-way by converting to one-way frontage roads on both sides of
Hwy 42. This conversion would also simplify traffic operations. Such
options may allow more space for pedestrian and bicycle amenities
and boulevard space for vegetation, as well as provide a better
buffer between the residential neighborhood and Hwy 42.
INTERSECTION RECOMMENDATION: Remove the Elm Drive
intersection signal and replace with a 3/4 access, concurrent with
construction of a new pedestrian underpass (reference Figure B).
Pennock Avenue to Galaxie Avenue
INTERSECTION NEED: The Cedar Avenue intersection has the highest
entering volumes of traffic within the study area. The cycle lengths
of adjacent signalized intersections are based on accommodating
this one intersection.
SEGMENT NEEDS: The Hwy 42 segment east of Cedar Avenue (to
Diamond Path) is at risk of being over capacity by 2040 and beyond.
The overall vision and recommendations are intended to manage
intersections and limit or defer expansion to six lanes.
RECOMMENDATION: By the year 2040, a grade-separated crossing
at Cedar Avenue may be required to manage traffic and safety.
Multiple design options exist that would minimize property impacts
as well as accommodate future traffic and improve safety for all
modes, including pedestrians and bicyclists.
OR
PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONSPREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONS
Consideration of Frontage Road Options
Corridor Management Recommendations
SHORT/MEDIUM TERM RECOMMENDATION
LONG TERM RECOMMENDATION
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CH 42
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City Boundary
Figure 1.1
CH 42 Overview Map
City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
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Transit Stop
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Pedestrian and Bicycle
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Frontage Road Improvements
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Approximate Scale
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
Figure D
City of Apple Valley
Section 2 of 2
Foliage AveFoliage AvePilot Knob RdPilot Knob RdDiamond PathDiamond PathEmbry PathEmbry PathEaster AveEaster AveFlanders PathFlanders PathForum PathForum Path Flagstaf Ave Flagstaf AveDundee AveDundee AveJohnny Cake Ridge RdJohnny Cake Ridge RdFuture RdFuture RdFuture RdFuture Rd3131 3333Dove TrDove TrSHORT/MEDIUM TERM RECOMMENDATION
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CH 42
City Boundary
City Boundary
Figure 1.1
CH 42 Overview Map
City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
New Trail
Flagstaf Avenue to Pilot Knob Road
SEGMENT NEEDS: The future roadway network should be designed
as part of the development of the land south of Hwy 42.
The Hwy 42 segment east of Cedar Avenue (to Diamond Path) is at
risk of being over capacity by 2040 and beyond. The overall vision
and recommendations are intended to manage intersections and
limit or defer expansion.
RECOMMENDATION: Complete the planned grade-separated
greenway trail between Flagstaff Avenue and Johnny Cake Ridge
Road with a combination of 3/4 and right-in/right-out intersections as
development fills in.
Pilot Knob Road will be reaching the capacity of the current
configuration near 2040. Various high-capacity intersection
designs exist and should be considered in coordination with future
development. One option would be a median U-turn design that
restricts left turns at the Hwy 42 and Pilot Knob Road intersection by
directing traffic to take a right turn, navigate through the roundabout
to make a U-turn on Pilot Knob Road and continue back through the
Hwy 42 and Pilot Knob Road intersection. Other options should also
be considered.
Pilot Knob Road to Diamond Path
SEGMENT NEEDS: This segment has good signal spacing and access
control. Easter Avenue, a T-intersection with full access, should be
monitored for traffic operations or safety concerns.
RECOMMENDATION: Evaluate options including limiting access at
Easter Avenue if safety or capacity issues arise in the future.
Corridor Management Recommendations
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
North Creek Greenway Trail
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
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2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
Figure E
City of Rosemount
Section 1 of 3
Diamond PathDiamond PathShannon PkwyShannon PkwyBusiness PkwyBusiness PkwyCrestone AveCrestone AveClaret AveClaret AveCimarron AveCimarron AveChippendale AveChippendale AveBiscayne AveBiscayne Ave S. Robert Tr S. Robert TrCanada AveCanada Ave333333
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Coordinated
Improvements
Area Study
for Biscayne, 145th and Auburn
(full-access locations and traffic control)
Trail on south side
Future signal based on safety and operational needs
Trail on north side
Trail
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Diamond Path to Chippendale Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: This segment has good access control and signal
spacing. There are demands for pedestrian and bicycle mobility and
some history of related safety problems.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Improvement options include signal
enhancements, turn lane improvements and enhanced pedestrian/
bicycle accommodations.
Chippendale Avenue to Biscayne Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: High-volume intersections and the at-grade
railroad crossing near Hwy 3 and S. Robert Trail require continued
planning.
RECOMMENDATIONS: The S. Robert Trail intersection will operate
for a time with acceptable mobility and levels of delay. However,
future traffic volumes will cause additional delay and increase safety
concerns.
A grade separation would address these future mobility and safety
concerns while also addressing the at-grade railroad crossing east of
the intersection. A quadrant roadway configuration would include
a Hwy 42 bridge over Hwy 3 and S. Robert Trail and the railroad.
Canada Avenue or a similar route would connect to move traffic
between Hwy 42 and S. Robert Trail. Other options should also be
considered.
Future traffic growth will determine if or when the Biscayne Avenue
intersection meets signal justification.
Hwy 3/Robert Trail to Biscayne Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: The trail gap between Hwy 3 and Biscayne
Avenue limits pedestrian/bicyclist mobility.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Provide trail along Hwy 42 for pedestrians
and bicyclists. The north side of Hwy 42 is the immediate priority,
with a trail along the south side with development.
Corridor Management Recommendations
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CH 42
City Boundary
City Boundary
Figure 1.1
CH 42 Overview Map
City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
0 0.25 mile 0.5 mile
Approximate Scale
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
New Trail
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
Figure F
City of Rosemount
Section 2 of 3
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Trail
Trail
Area Study
for Biscayne, 145th and Auburn
(full and partial access locations, local road network and intersection design)
Add signals if warranted and based on options for the area
Trail on north side
Trail on south side
Range of options (see details in text)
(option)
PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONSPREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONS
DRAFT
Biscayne Avenue to Auburn Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: The intersection of 145th Street is on a tight curve
with sight distance issues, and therefore not recommended as a future
full-access intersection in the current location and configuration.
Biscayne Avenue and Auburn Avenue are more suited for full access,
with intermediate partial accesses unless the 145th Street intersection
is reconfigured in coordination with development.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Potential changes should be studied further
to address safety concerns of full-access locations and the need to
accommodate the future roadway network as the area develops.
The intersection at 145th Street, in particular, will require a review of
system access, location and a range of design options. Issues and long-
term options include:
• Change intersection to partial access or offset-T intersections that
may use U-turns or T-intersection designs to accommodate left-turn
movements from the side streets. If justified based on traffic growth
and redevelopment, such options would allow for future signals at
Auburn Avenue and Biscayne Avenue.
• Consider relocation and design of the intersection to improve sight
distance and geometry for a possible fourth leg to the east. It should
be noted that the County would not permit long-term full-access
intersections at both 145th Street and Auburn Avenue.
• Other options to be determined, including structure for pedestrians
and bicycles nearby if needed with no signal.
Auburn Avenue to Audrey Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: The Akron Avenue signal, added in 2021, provides
full signalized access to Hwy 42 for this developing portion of the
corridor. Additional trail connections are needed on Hwy 42.
RECOMMENDATION: Potential signals at Auburn Avenue and Audrey
Avenue should be considered based on future traffic and new, local
roadway connections to Hwy 42. Signal justification will be dependent
on actual development and traffic growth.
A higher priority trail gap is on the north side of Hwy 42 between
Biscayne Avenue and Akron Avenue. The trail on the south side of Hwy
42 will likely be completed with future development.
Corridor Management Recommendations
SHORT/MEDIUM TERM RECOMMENDATION
LONG TERM RECOMMENDATION
EXISTING CONDITIONSEXISTING CONDITIONS
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
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CH 42
City Boundary
City Boundary
Figure 1.1
CH 42 Overview Map
City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
New Trail
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
0 0.25 mile 0.5 mile
Approximate Scale
2040 Vision Plan
Co Hwy 42 and Segments
Figure G
City of Rosemount
Section 3 of 3
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SHORT/MEDIUM TERM RECOMMENDATION
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EXISTING CONDITIONSEXISTING CONDITIONS
PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONSPREVIOUSLY ADOPTED RECOMMENDATIONS
Supporting
Roads or Access
Consolidation
Options
Potential Improvements
for Further Study
Long-term managed access subject to studies and options Option to shift Conley Avenue east
DRAFT
Possible Frontage Road Options (consider backage roads as well)
Audrey Avenue to Blaine Avenue
SEGMENT NEEDS: Access to Hwy 42 needs to be planned as part of development
reviews and the supporting local roadway network.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Future signals at Audrey Avenue and Blaine Avenue and
reconfiguration of the intersection of 151st St to a 3/4 intersection should be
considered. Similar to the segment to the west, adding signals is considered a
long-term need and should be evaluated through coordinated plans. Options for
non-signalized and signalized intersections on Hwy 42 should be considered as part
of the development of supporting roadways.
Blaine Avenue to Hwy 52
SEGMENT NEEDS: Access to Hwy 42 needs to be planned for future development
and improvements to the local roadway network. The many full-access openings
and private accesses onto 42 need to be addressed.
RECOMMENDATIONS: In coordination with interchange improvements at Hwy 52
and the recommendation of half-mile spacing of full-access on Hwy 42, long-term
access management options should be considered, including frontage and backage
roads connecting to Blaine Avenue.
Hwy 52
INTERCHANGE NEEDS: Existing and future congestion and delay is caused by high
volumes of vehicles going eastbound and turning left to go northbound on Hwy 52
in the morning and traffic exiting from southbound Hwy 52 in the evening.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Interchange improvements are dependent on traffic growth
on Hwy 42 as it relates to the potential realignment of Hwy 55 onto Hwy 42 that
MnDOT intends to analyze in a future study. Recommendations from the study will
be used to determine future interchange needs.
The previous Hwy 52/42/55 study conducted in 2002 outlined steps and tools to
ensure the viability of a future interchange. These include:
• Implementing the Official Map adopted by the City of Rosemount
• Local roadway connection of 138th Street and 140th street (under existing Hwy 52 bridge)
• Relocating Conley Avenue east to meet 0.5-mile access spacing to accommodate future interchange ramps; managing existing location to a right-in/right-out
Interim improvement options to address traffic growth include:
• Dual left-turn lanes from eastbound to northbound Hwy 52
• Traffic signals at the ramps to manage traffic operations as they become justified
• Creating a lane on Hwy 42 solely for southbound right-turning traffic, coming from the exit ramp, to merge onto Hwy 42
Corridor Management Recommendations
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CH 42
City Boundary
City Boundary
Figure 1.1
CH 42 Overview Map
City of Burnsville
Hwy 42 City Boundary
Intersection Pedestrian
and Bicycle Enhancements
Future Study Recommended
Locations where follow-up studies are
recommended to review improvement
options are outlined in red.
Right-in/Right-out
Intersection
Full-access Intersection
Locations will be
evaluated for future
traffic control needs*
3/4 Intersection
Roadway Grade
Separation
Freeway Loop
Grade Separation
Intersection Turn Lane or
Capacity Improvement
Existing Signal
Enhancements
Signal Removal
CORRIDOR MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS LEGEND
Transit Stop
Improvements
Pedestrian and Bicycle
Underpass/Overpass
*Justification for future signals at full-access intersections will be
based on assessment of traffic needs.
Frontage/Backage
Road Improvements
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