Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement
The Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge is a piece of critical transportation infrastructure that must be replaced. The bridge connects the north and south communities by providing a safe overpass bridge above Minnesota Highway 62. It is a critical connection for pedestrians from northern Edina to safely access Rosland Park and its amenities, including the Edina Aquatic Center.
The current pedestrian bridge is owned and managed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). It was built in the 1960s. The bridge does not meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and was substantially damaged when it was struck twice in 2022 by vehicles traveling on Minnesota Highway 62. The damage resulted in the closure of the bridge for most of 2022, until expensive temporary repairs were made in January 2023.
Project goals
- Improve safety and mobility for all users
- Create ADA compliant pedestrian and bike route
- Improve connectivity between the residential neighborhoods and Rosland Park
- Limit impacts on residential and park properties, trees, and road operations with an eye on long term operations and maintenance
Required Posting for Grant: MnDOT Agreement #1063322 / SAP No. 120-010-013, Local Road Improvement Program, Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement. Agency Leadership and Grant Manager: Chad Millner, Public Works Director / City Engineer, 952.826.0318, cmillner@edinamn.gov.

The Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge is a piece of critical transportation infrastructure that must be replaced. The bridge connects the north and south communities by providing a safe overpass bridge above Minnesota Highway 62. It is a critical connection for pedestrians from northern Edina to safely access Rosland Park and its amenities, including the Edina Aquatic Center.
The current pedestrian bridge is owned and managed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). It was built in the 1960s. The bridge does not meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and was substantially damaged when it was struck twice in 2022 by vehicles traveling on Minnesota Highway 62. The damage resulted in the closure of the bridge for most of 2022, until expensive temporary repairs were made in January 2023.
Project goals
- Improve safety and mobility for all users
- Create ADA compliant pedestrian and bike route
- Improve connectivity between the residential neighborhoods and Rosland Park
- Limit impacts on residential and park properties, trees, and road operations with an eye on long term operations and maintenance
Required Posting for Grant: MnDOT Agreement #1063322 / SAP No. 120-010-013, Local Road Improvement Program, Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement. Agency Leadership and Grant Manager: Chad Millner, Public Works Director / City Engineer, 952.826.0318, cmillner@edinamn.gov.

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Two More Renderings
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Two more renderings have been created and attached in the document area. They are views north of 64th Street without the noise wall. Thanks
Two more renderings have been created and attached in the document area. They are views north of 64th Street without the noise wall. Thanks
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Graphical Renderings
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The project team has created 13 graphical renderings of various options from various angles. All the renderings will be posted in the document section of the website. Staff is seeking feedback on the matrix, concepts and renderings until March 8. Staff will make a recommendation to the city council on March 19. A staff report with a recommendation will be posted here during the week of March 11. Thanks, Chad Millner, City Engineer.
The project team has created 13 graphical renderings of various options from various angles. All the renderings will be posted in the document section of the website. Staff is seeking feedback on the matrix, concepts and renderings until March 8. Staff will make a recommendation to the city council on March 19. A staff report with a recommendation will be posted here during the week of March 11. Thanks, Chad Millner, City Engineer.
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Updated Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested
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Updated Matrix and Concepts can be found in the documents section. Improved graphics are in the works and will be posted in a week or so. We are opening the public comment tool again until March 8. Please submit comments before then. Our tentative schedule is to seek council direction at the March 19 City Council Meeting.
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Alternative Analysis Update Feb. 8 2024
Share Alternative Analysis Update Feb. 8 2024 on Facebook Share Alternative Analysis Update Feb. 8 2024 on Twitter Share Alternative Analysis Update Feb. 8 2024 on Linkedin Email Alternative Analysis Update Feb. 8 2024 linkStaff appreciates all the participation by residents thus far. We are working on updating the concept matrix, reviewing constructability of each concept, and creating images to better understand what they might look like. The options that are being reviewed in greater detail are Option 1A Switchbacks East, Option 5B moving the bridge 500-ft west, a new Option 5D moving the bridge 500-ft east and landing near the aquatic center parking lot, and Option 6A elevators. After we have more details and imagery, we will seek comments on this page. Thanks
Staff appreciates all the participation by residents thus far. We are working on updating the concept matrix, reviewing constructability of each concept, and creating images to better understand what they might look like. The options that are being reviewed in greater detail are Option 1A Switchbacks East, Option 5B moving the bridge 500-ft west, a new Option 5D moving the bridge 500-ft east and landing near the aquatic center parking lot, and Option 6A elevators. After we have more details and imagery, we will seek comments on this page. Thanks
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Dec. 19, 2023 City Council Meeting
Share Dec. 19, 2023 City Council Meeting on Facebook Share Dec. 19, 2023 City Council Meeting on Twitter Share Dec. 19, 2023 City Council Meeting on Linkedin Email Dec. 19, 2023 City Council Meeting linkThanks to those that attended the neighborhood meeting on Dec. 14. We had approximately 20 community members attend. Staff presented a project overview of all the potential options and fielded great questions. Staff has decided to give council a project update and not request approval of a specific option at the Dec. 19 Council Meeting. The discussion identified options 1A and 5B for additional review. Appreciate the dialogue.
Thanks to those that attended the neighborhood meeting on Dec. 14. We had approximately 20 community members attend. Staff presented a project overview of all the potential options and fielded great questions. Staff has decided to give council a project update and not request approval of a specific option at the Dec. 19 Council Meeting. The discussion identified options 1A and 5B for additional review. Appreciate the dialogue.
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Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested
Share Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested on Facebook Share Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested on Twitter Share Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested on Linkedin Email Design Concepts and Impact Matrix – Feedback Requested linkAt the November 21st City Council meeting, staff was asked to provide design concepts to residents for feedback on the Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge. The Council Item can be reviewed here: Rosland Park Council Item. The City has developed 12 possible concepts including doing nothing. Concept level drawings of the 11 concepts and the matrix are posted here. 14 review criteria were identified during discussions with residents, staff, and consultants. A matrix was built with these 14 criteria and 12 concepts. The matrix reviewed each criterion on each concept. According to the analysis, Option 1A balances the impacts of the 14 criteria the best. Your feedback is welcome to better understand how this type of infrastructure project could improve the quality of life for people that live and work in Edina. Please share your comments by Monday, Dec. 11, 2023.
At the November 21st City Council meeting, staff was asked to provide design concepts to residents for feedback on the Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge. The Council Item can be reviewed here: Rosland Park Council Item. The City has developed 12 possible concepts including doing nothing. Concept level drawings of the 11 concepts and the matrix are posted here. 14 review criteria were identified during discussions with residents, staff, and consultants. A matrix was built with these 14 criteria and 12 concepts. The matrix reviewed each criterion on each concept. According to the analysis, Option 1A balances the impacts of the 14 criteria the best. Your feedback is welcome to better understand how this type of infrastructure project could improve the quality of life for people that live and work in Edina. Please share your comments by Monday, Dec. 11, 2023.
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MnDOT Westbound Highway 62 Third Lane and Noise Wall
Share MnDOT Westbound Highway 62 Third Lane and Noise Wall on Facebook Share MnDOT Westbound Highway 62 Third Lane and Noise Wall on Twitter Share MnDOT Westbound Highway 62 Third Lane and Noise Wall on Linkedin Email MnDOT Westbound Highway 62 Third Lane and Noise Wall linkIn August, MnDOT informed the City that they would like to make the westbound third lane from Valley View Road to Highway 100 along Highway 62 permanent. This would require constructing an additional travel lane and shoulder to highway standards. This work would require the construction of a 20-ft tall noise wall. MnDOT is currently developing preliminary layouts. The project does not have funding yet. If funding is identified, construction is anticipated for 2027 – 2028.
In August, MnDOT informed the City that they would like to make the westbound third lane from Valley View Road to Highway 100 along Highway 62 permanent. This would require constructing an additional travel lane and shoulder to highway standards. This work would require the construction of a 20-ft tall noise wall. MnDOT is currently developing preliminary layouts. The project does not have funding yet. If funding is identified, construction is anticipated for 2027 – 2028.
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Who's Listening
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Phone 952-826-0318 Email cmillner@EdinaMN.gov
Key Dates
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December 14 2023
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December 19 2023
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January → March 2024
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April → September 2024
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October 2024 → January 2025
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FAQs
- Why does the bridge need to be replaced?
- When is construction happening?
- What features will the new bridge include?
- Will the current pedestrian bridge remain open during construction?
- What should visitors know about accessing Rosland Park during construction?
- How will construction affect Highway 62 traffic?
- Will Fourth of July activities still take place at Rosland Park?
- Will the bridge have separate walking and biking lanes?
- Who owns the bridge?
- How is the project being funded?
- How can I stay informed about the project?
- Who can I contact with questions about the project?