June 30, 2026 Update: Study Complete

At the June 16, 2026 City Council Meeting, staff presented the Railroad Crossing Safety Study. The study identified safety improvements that could be implemented at road crossings with the railroad. Three of the crossings (Dewey Hill, Valley Lane, and Hansen Rd) are separated far enough apart that if safety improvements are implemented, they could be considered for quiet zones independent of each other. The crossings in the Grandview Area and north into St. Louis Park would have to be coordinated together between both agencies. The study detailed estimated costs for the safety improvements at each crossing. Individual crossing improvements are estimated at $1.5 million with all the improvements estimated at over $7.0 million. Funding for the improvements have not been identified. The presentation and study is posted at this website. Thanks, Chad Millner Public Works Director / City Engineer.