Vernon Avenue & Highway 100 Interchange Project

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The City of Edina partnering with Hennepin County in coordination with Minnesota Department of Transportation, is replacing the bridge over Highway 100 and the Vernon Avenue Bridge (County Road 158) over the Canadian Pacific (CP) Railroad. The overall project will also improve the intersections at Interlachen Boulevard, Gus Young Lane, Arcadia Avenue and the Highway 100 on- and off-ramps.


The size of the existing sidewalk and the lack of separation from heavy traffic make this street uncomfortable for many pedestrians, creating a significant barrier within the Grandview District. Additionally, the interchange with TH 100 is a complicated and redundant system of six unique access ramps that connect to four different streets within the district.

This project would improve safety and mobility for all users and eliminate redundant access ramps. Construction is anticipated to begin April 21.

Project goals

o Improve safety and mobility for all users

o Create new separated pedestrian routes

o Improve traffic operations

o Consolidate TH 100 access points

o Improve connectivity between residential and commercial areas of the district

o Replace Vernon Ave bridge meeting CP Rail clearance requirements

o Limit construction impacts to the public and create greater funding efficiency by combining city

and county projects

o Enhance economic viability with improved access


Changes to be made

Arcadia Avenue

  • Addition of 10-foot-wide sidewalk and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
  • New streetlights

Minnesota Highway 100

  • Removal of redundant on- and off ramps and the creation of a tight diamond interchange
  • New noise wall along northbound on-ramp

Interlachen Boulevard and Gus Young Lane

  • Addition of 10-foot-wide sidewalks and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
  • New left turn lanes
  • New traffic signal with ADA-compliant audible crossings
  • New ADA-compliant entrance into Edina Liquor

Vernon Avenue and W. 50th St.

Two new bridges:

  1. New Vernon Avenue Bridge that is widened and raised to meet railroad height requirements
  2. New Highway 100 Bridge that creates space for the below improvements:
    • 10-foot-wide sidewalks and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
    • Pedestrian refuge islands
    • New dual left-turn lanes in both east and west directions
    • New traffic signals with ADA-compliant audible crossings

The City of Edina partnering with Hennepin County in coordination with Minnesota Department of Transportation, is replacing the bridge over Highway 100 and the Vernon Avenue Bridge (County Road 158) over the Canadian Pacific (CP) Railroad. The overall project will also improve the intersections at Interlachen Boulevard, Gus Young Lane, Arcadia Avenue and the Highway 100 on- and off-ramps.


The size of the existing sidewalk and the lack of separation from heavy traffic make this street uncomfortable for many pedestrians, creating a significant barrier within the Grandview District. Additionally, the interchange with TH 100 is a complicated and redundant system of six unique access ramps that connect to four different streets within the district.

This project would improve safety and mobility for all users and eliminate redundant access ramps. Construction is anticipated to begin April 21.

Project goals

o Improve safety and mobility for all users

o Create new separated pedestrian routes

o Improve traffic operations

o Consolidate TH 100 access points

o Improve connectivity between residential and commercial areas of the district

o Replace Vernon Ave bridge meeting CP Rail clearance requirements

o Limit construction impacts to the public and create greater funding efficiency by combining city

and county projects

o Enhance economic viability with improved access


Changes to be made

Arcadia Avenue

  • Addition of 10-foot-wide sidewalk and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
  • New streetlights

Minnesota Highway 100

  • Removal of redundant on- and off ramps and the creation of a tight diamond interchange
  • New noise wall along northbound on-ramp

Interlachen Boulevard and Gus Young Lane

  • Addition of 10-foot-wide sidewalks and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
  • New left turn lanes
  • New traffic signal with ADA-compliant audible crossings
  • New ADA-compliant entrance into Edina Liquor

Vernon Avenue and W. 50th St.

Two new bridges:

  1. New Vernon Avenue Bridge that is widened and raised to meet railroad height requirements
  2. New Highway 100 Bridge that creates space for the below improvements:
    • 10-foot-wide sidewalks and ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps
    • Pedestrian refuge islands
    • New dual left-turn lanes in both east and west directions
    • New traffic signals with ADA-compliant audible crossings

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  • Share When is 100 expected to be back to three lanes both directions? I can’t seem to find an expected timeline for this and it greatly impacts my commute. on Facebook Share When is 100 expected to be back to three lanes both directions? I can’t seem to find an expected timeline for this and it greatly impacts my commute. on Twitter Share When is 100 expected to be back to three lanes both directions? I can’t seem to find an expected timeline for this and it greatly impacts my commute. on Linkedin Email When is 100 expected to be back to three lanes both directions? I can’t seem to find an expected timeline for this and it greatly impacts my commute. link

    When is 100 expected to be back to three lanes both directions? I can’t seem to find an expected timeline for this and it greatly impacts my commute.

    Sickofconstruction asked 19 days ago

    Thanks for the question. This is related to MnDOT's work on overhead signs. The latest update from MnDOT 511 is that the lane closure will be up through 9/3/2025. Thanks, Derek Huston.

  • Share For how long with the left-lane for both directions of MN-100 be closed? These lane closures create quite the bottleneck of inching traffic during rush-hour. on Facebook Share For how long with the left-lane for both directions of MN-100 be closed? These lane closures create quite the bottleneck of inching traffic during rush-hour. on Twitter Share For how long with the left-lane for both directions of MN-100 be closed? These lane closures create quite the bottleneck of inching traffic during rush-hour. on Linkedin Email For how long with the left-lane for both directions of MN-100 be closed? These lane closures create quite the bottleneck of inching traffic during rush-hour. link

    For how long with the left-lane for both directions of MN-100 be closed? These lane closures create quite the bottleneck of inching traffic during rush-hour.

    Sean W asked 21 days ago

    Thanks for the question. This is related to MnDOT's work on overhead signs. The latest update from MnDOT 511 is that the lane closure will be up through 9/3/2025. Thanks, Derek Huston.

  • Share The west abutment for the Vernon Ave bridge over the CPCK tracks has not been started. The time needed for excavation, forms, iron work, pour, cure, set beams, deck forms, iron work, pour concrete, cure time, and railings is at least 60 days if not 75. And that assumes all hands on deck and no issues. That puts you hard up against a September 1 start date if you want to have the bridge open for the winter. Why no mention of the revised schedule in the many updates since the problem was identified in June? on Facebook Share The west abutment for the Vernon Ave bridge over the CPCK tracks has not been started. The time needed for excavation, forms, iron work, pour, cure, set beams, deck forms, iron work, pour concrete, cure time, and railings is at least 60 days if not 75. And that assumes all hands on deck and no issues. That puts you hard up against a September 1 start date if you want to have the bridge open for the winter. Why no mention of the revised schedule in the many updates since the problem was identified in June? on Twitter Share The west abutment for the Vernon Ave bridge over the CPCK tracks has not been started. The time needed for excavation, forms, iron work, pour, cure, set beams, deck forms, iron work, pour concrete, cure time, and railings is at least 60 days if not 75. And that assumes all hands on deck and no issues. That puts you hard up against a September 1 start date if you want to have the bridge open for the winter. Why no mention of the revised schedule in the many updates since the problem was identified in June? on Linkedin Email The west abutment for the Vernon Ave bridge over the CPCK tracks has not been started. The time needed for excavation, forms, iron work, pour, cure, set beams, deck forms, iron work, pour concrete, cure time, and railings is at least 60 days if not 75. And that assumes all hands on deck and no issues. That puts you hard up against a September 1 start date if you want to have the bridge open for the winter. Why no mention of the revised schedule in the many updates since the problem was identified in June? link

    The west abutment for the Vernon Ave bridge over the CPCK tracks has not been started. The time needed for excavation, forms, iron work, pour, cure, set beams, deck forms, iron work, pour concrete, cure time, and railings is at least 60 days if not 75. And that assumes all hands on deck and no issues. That puts you hard up against a September 1 start date if you want to have the bridge open for the winter. Why no mention of the revised schedule in the many updates since the problem was identified in June?

    Roy Jenson asked about 1 month ago

    Thanks for the question. The issue was mentioned in the June 26 update and in every bi-weekly meeting since. Until Xcel and CPKC Railroad work out permits and/or agreements, the contractor can’t provide an updated schedule or cost for that bridge. We continue to push for a resolution on this matter. 

  • Share From South 100 how do I get to 5101 Vernon Ave.? on Facebook Share From South 100 how do I get to 5101 Vernon Ave.? on Twitter Share From South 100 how do I get to 5101 Vernon Ave.? on Linkedin Email From South 100 how do I get to 5101 Vernon Ave.? link

    From South 100 how do I get to 5101 Vernon Ave.?

    Lynn Roback asked about 2 months ago

    Thanks for the question. The Highway 100 southbound off-ramp is currently open. The ramp will exit at Arcadia Ave. 5101 Vernon can be accessed by going either north or south on Arcadia and using the other existing roads in the area. Later this summer, that ramp will close. Continue to follow this website for updates. Thanks

  • Share You indicated that the south-bound entrance onto 100 from Eden will be closed in the future. What can we do to petition that the entrance not be closed? For traffic coming North on the frontage roads, East along Eden, West over the Eden bridge, or exiting the Kumon building or Hilltop, that entrance is the most convenient. To reroute all that traffic up Arcadia so that it can join the Vernon on-ramp to South 100 is not practical. Arcadia is too narrow for that volume of traffic, especially with the on-street parking for the Hilltop and the lines that form to enter Starbucks. I believe you previously stated that where the two south-bound ramps combine is a source for numerous traffic accidents. However, the solution is not to close the one ramp -- better options must exist that will not so drastically impact the local community and existing traffic patterns. Thank you for your consideration. on Facebook Share You indicated that the south-bound entrance onto 100 from Eden will be closed in the future. What can we do to petition that the entrance not be closed? For traffic coming North on the frontage roads, East along Eden, West over the Eden bridge, or exiting the Kumon building or Hilltop, that entrance is the most convenient. To reroute all that traffic up Arcadia so that it can join the Vernon on-ramp to South 100 is not practical. Arcadia is too narrow for that volume of traffic, especially with the on-street parking for the Hilltop and the lines that form to enter Starbucks. I believe you previously stated that where the two south-bound ramps combine is a source for numerous traffic accidents. However, the solution is not to close the one ramp -- better options must exist that will not so drastically impact the local community and existing traffic patterns. Thank you for your consideration. on Twitter Share You indicated that the south-bound entrance onto 100 from Eden will be closed in the future. What can we do to petition that the entrance not be closed? For traffic coming North on the frontage roads, East along Eden, West over the Eden bridge, or exiting the Kumon building or Hilltop, that entrance is the most convenient. To reroute all that traffic up Arcadia so that it can join the Vernon on-ramp to South 100 is not practical. Arcadia is too narrow for that volume of traffic, especially with the on-street parking for the Hilltop and the lines that form to enter Starbucks. I believe you previously stated that where the two south-bound ramps combine is a source for numerous traffic accidents. However, the solution is not to close the one ramp -- better options must exist that will not so drastically impact the local community and existing traffic patterns. Thank you for your consideration. on Linkedin Email You indicated that the south-bound entrance onto 100 from Eden will be closed in the future. What can we do to petition that the entrance not be closed? For traffic coming North on the frontage roads, East along Eden, West over the Eden bridge, or exiting the Kumon building or Hilltop, that entrance is the most convenient. To reroute all that traffic up Arcadia so that it can join the Vernon on-ramp to South 100 is not practical. Arcadia is too narrow for that volume of traffic, especially with the on-street parking for the Hilltop and the lines that form to enter Starbucks. I believe you previously stated that where the two south-bound ramps combine is a source for numerous traffic accidents. However, the solution is not to close the one ramp -- better options must exist that will not so drastically impact the local community and existing traffic patterns. Thank you for your consideration. link

    You indicated that the south-bound entrance onto 100 from Eden will be closed in the future. What can we do to petition that the entrance not be closed? For traffic coming North on the frontage roads, East along Eden, West over the Eden bridge, or exiting the Kumon building or Hilltop, that entrance is the most convenient. To reroute all that traffic up Arcadia so that it can join the Vernon on-ramp to South 100 is not practical. Arcadia is too narrow for that volume of traffic, especially with the on-street parking for the Hilltop and the lines that form to enter Starbucks. I believe you previously stated that where the two south-bound ramps combine is a source for numerous traffic accidents. However, the solution is not to close the one ramp -- better options must exist that will not so drastically impact the local community and existing traffic patterns. Thank you for your consideration.

    July asked about 2 months ago

    Thanks for the comments. MnDOT and City staff have reviewed the operations and safety hazards of the merge for the southbound Highway 100 on-ramps. Additional signage has been tried. We do not believe there are other options to mitigate the safety hazards. The new interchange can handle the traffic if the ramp is closed. We will review traffic operations again after the project. Most likely that ramp will be closed. Thanks, Chad Millner.

  • Share The lane shift you have eastbound near the left turn to Wells Fargo and the Walgreens is exit is an accident waiting to happen. In the brief time it has been there (2 weeks?). I have either been in or seen 4 near accidents. People are confused about the 1st left to Wells Fargo and the weave to the north lane. Some think to go straight they should get in the “left turn” lane. Even if people understand that you have created 2 lanes the traffic from turning left and weaving has no separation. I don’t know what the solution is, but some rearrangement or enhanced marking would be an improvement. This is just a wish: Another thing that would be an improvement is some kind of throttling of people going left onto Interlachen at a couple of rush hour times. At this point, it is very difficult to get a gap in traffic to turn left onto Interlachen from Brookside. Combining the traffic coming from Vernon to Interlachen and the poor visibility of cars coming around the curve, it is a jam yourself in and floor it to make that turn. Is there any chance to coordinate with Edina and St Louis Park enhanced signage of speed limits on Brookside? It is obvious that people taking it as a detour are rushing. on Facebook Share The lane shift you have eastbound near the left turn to Wells Fargo and the Walgreens is exit is an accident waiting to happen. In the brief time it has been there (2 weeks?). I have either been in or seen 4 near accidents. People are confused about the 1st left to Wells Fargo and the weave to the north lane. Some think to go straight they should get in the “left turn” lane. Even if people understand that you have created 2 lanes the traffic from turning left and weaving has no separation. I don’t know what the solution is, but some rearrangement or enhanced marking would be an improvement. This is just a wish: Another thing that would be an improvement is some kind of throttling of people going left onto Interlachen at a couple of rush hour times. At this point, it is very difficult to get a gap in traffic to turn left onto Interlachen from Brookside. Combining the traffic coming from Vernon to Interlachen and the poor visibility of cars coming around the curve, it is a jam yourself in and floor it to make that turn. Is there any chance to coordinate with Edina and St Louis Park enhanced signage of speed limits on Brookside? It is obvious that people taking it as a detour are rushing. on Twitter Share The lane shift you have eastbound near the left turn to Wells Fargo and the Walgreens is exit is an accident waiting to happen. In the brief time it has been there (2 weeks?). I have either been in or seen 4 near accidents. People are confused about the 1st left to Wells Fargo and the weave to the north lane. Some think to go straight they should get in the “left turn” lane. Even if people understand that you have created 2 lanes the traffic from turning left and weaving has no separation. I don’t know what the solution is, but some rearrangement or enhanced marking would be an improvement. This is just a wish: Another thing that would be an improvement is some kind of throttling of people going left onto Interlachen at a couple of rush hour times. At this point, it is very difficult to get a gap in traffic to turn left onto Interlachen from Brookside. Combining the traffic coming from Vernon to Interlachen and the poor visibility of cars coming around the curve, it is a jam yourself in and floor it to make that turn. Is there any chance to coordinate with Edina and St Louis Park enhanced signage of speed limits on Brookside? It is obvious that people taking it as a detour are rushing. on Linkedin Email The lane shift you have eastbound near the left turn to Wells Fargo and the Walgreens is exit is an accident waiting to happen. In the brief time it has been there (2 weeks?). I have either been in or seen 4 near accidents. People are confused about the 1st left to Wells Fargo and the weave to the north lane. Some think to go straight they should get in the “left turn” lane. Even if people understand that you have created 2 lanes the traffic from turning left and weaving has no separation. I don’t know what the solution is, but some rearrangement or enhanced marking would be an improvement. This is just a wish: Another thing that would be an improvement is some kind of throttling of people going left onto Interlachen at a couple of rush hour times. At this point, it is very difficult to get a gap in traffic to turn left onto Interlachen from Brookside. Combining the traffic coming from Vernon to Interlachen and the poor visibility of cars coming around the curve, it is a jam yourself in and floor it to make that turn. Is there any chance to coordinate with Edina and St Louis Park enhanced signage of speed limits on Brookside? It is obvious that people taking it as a detour are rushing. link

    The lane shift you have eastbound near the left turn to Wells Fargo and the Walgreens is exit is an accident waiting to happen. In the brief time it has been there (2 weeks?). I have either been in or seen 4 near accidents. People are confused about the 1st left to Wells Fargo and the weave to the north lane. Some think to go straight they should get in the “left turn” lane. Even if people understand that you have created 2 lanes the traffic from turning left and weaving has no separation. I don’t know what the solution is, but some rearrangement or enhanced marking would be an improvement. This is just a wish: Another thing that would be an improvement is some kind of throttling of people going left onto Interlachen at a couple of rush hour times. At this point, it is very difficult to get a gap in traffic to turn left onto Interlachen from Brookside. Combining the traffic coming from Vernon to Interlachen and the poor visibility of cars coming around the curve, it is a jam yourself in and floor it to make that turn. Is there any chance to coordinate with Edina and St Louis Park enhanced signage of speed limits on Brookside? It is obvious that people taking it as a detour are rushing.

    NearBrooksideResident asked 2 months ago

    Thanks for the suggestions and questions. All the traffic control on Vernon and Interlachen will be shifted next week. We will adjust it with your comments in mind. Please reach back out late next week if you think there are still issues for us to review. Thanks, Chad Millner, City Engineer.

  • Share Highway 100 going south in Edina was one lane during rush-hour this morning was reduced to one lane - can you tell me how long that will last so I can find another route? Also, will it be one lane going North as well? on Facebook Share Highway 100 going south in Edina was one lane during rush-hour this morning was reduced to one lane - can you tell me how long that will last so I can find another route? Also, will it be one lane going North as well? on Twitter Share Highway 100 going south in Edina was one lane during rush-hour this morning was reduced to one lane - can you tell me how long that will last so I can find another route? Also, will it be one lane going North as well? on Linkedin Email Highway 100 going south in Edina was one lane during rush-hour this morning was reduced to one lane - can you tell me how long that will last so I can find another route? Also, will it be one lane going North as well? link

    Highway 100 going south in Edina was one lane during rush-hour this morning was reduced to one lane - can you tell me how long that will last so I can find another route? Also, will it be one lane going North as well?

    Kathy Rhinehart asked 4 months ago

    Thanks for the questions. That was not related to the City's Interchange Project. We were unaware of those lanes closures until this morning also. Our understanding is that those were short term and not affecting traffic now. Thanks

  • Share how can I get to and from 50th street and Xerxes in Edina from Plymouth and how long will the option you provide be open? on Facebook Share how can I get to and from 50th street and Xerxes in Edina from Plymouth and how long will the option you provide be open? on Twitter Share how can I get to and from 50th street and Xerxes in Edina from Plymouth and how long will the option you provide be open? on Linkedin Email how can I get to and from 50th street and Xerxes in Edina from Plymouth and how long will the option you provide be open? link

    how can I get to and from 50th street and Xerxes in Edina from Plymouth and how long will the option you provide be open?

    lw asked 4 months ago

    Thanks for the questions. Access to Vernon Ave and 50th Street are open from Highway 100. They will most likely be open until late summer or fall with some short term or weekend closures. Thanks

  • Share Can you get rid of some of these roads and bridges completely. Don't need two bridges and 2 roads to get to 50th street from the other side and 4 ways to get to an apartment building. It would clean up the town to just remove them. There is way to many roads and intersections and ways to get to the same place in one compact spot on both sides of 50th ave bridges that are at worst redundant and causes more traffic. Can you block off & remove roads that aren't actually needed instead. Too many lights. Learn round abouts. Would fix some traffic problems. Edina is the worst city to drive in and through. on Facebook Share Can you get rid of some of these roads and bridges completely. Don't need two bridges and 2 roads to get to 50th street from the other side and 4 ways to get to an apartment building. It would clean up the town to just remove them. There is way to many roads and intersections and ways to get to the same place in one compact spot on both sides of 50th ave bridges that are at worst redundant and causes more traffic. Can you block off & remove roads that aren't actually needed instead. Too many lights. Learn round abouts. Would fix some traffic problems. Edina is the worst city to drive in and through. on Twitter Share Can you get rid of some of these roads and bridges completely. Don't need two bridges and 2 roads to get to 50th street from the other side and 4 ways to get to an apartment building. It would clean up the town to just remove them. There is way to many roads and intersections and ways to get to the same place in one compact spot on both sides of 50th ave bridges that are at worst redundant and causes more traffic. Can you block off & remove roads that aren't actually needed instead. Too many lights. Learn round abouts. Would fix some traffic problems. Edina is the worst city to drive in and through. on Linkedin Email Can you get rid of some of these roads and bridges completely. Don't need two bridges and 2 roads to get to 50th street from the other side and 4 ways to get to an apartment building. It would clean up the town to just remove them. There is way to many roads and intersections and ways to get to the same place in one compact spot on both sides of 50th ave bridges that are at worst redundant and causes more traffic. Can you block off & remove roads that aren't actually needed instead. Too many lights. Learn round abouts. Would fix some traffic problems. Edina is the worst city to drive in and through. link

    Can you get rid of some of these roads and bridges completely. Don't need two bridges and 2 roads to get to 50th street from the other side and 4 ways to get to an apartment building. It would clean up the town to just remove them. There is way to many roads and intersections and ways to get to the same place in one compact spot on both sides of 50th ave bridges that are at worst redundant and causes more traffic. Can you block off & remove roads that aren't actually needed instead. Too many lights. Learn round abouts. Would fix some traffic problems. Edina is the worst city to drive in and through.

    Safe drive asked 4 months ago

    Thanks for the comments and suggestions. I will kindly disagree that we don't need the existing road network and number of east-west connections. Multiple traffic studies have suggested otherwise. Thanks. 

  • Share Can we get lights and a crossing button on Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave? Children go to the park for activities and the playground. Traffic has increased due to construction as people are using the neighborhoods to avoid closures. In addition, cars moving east are going uphill and do not always see the crossing. on Facebook Share Can we get lights and a crossing button on Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave? Children go to the park for activities and the playground. Traffic has increased due to construction as people are using the neighborhoods to avoid closures. In addition, cars moving east are going uphill and do not always see the crossing. on Twitter Share Can we get lights and a crossing button on Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave? Children go to the park for activities and the playground. Traffic has increased due to construction as people are using the neighborhoods to avoid closures. In addition, cars moving east are going uphill and do not always see the crossing. on Linkedin Email Can we get lights and a crossing button on Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave? Children go to the park for activities and the playground. Traffic has increased due to construction as people are using the neighborhoods to avoid closures. In addition, cars moving east are going uphill and do not always see the crossing. link

    Can we get lights and a crossing button on Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave? Children go to the park for activities and the playground. Traffic has increased due to construction as people are using the neighborhoods to avoid closures. In addition, cars moving east are going uphill and do not always see the crossing.

    K1989 asked 4 months ago

    Thanks for the note and understand the concern. We will review that request with the traffic safety committee. Please note that adding flashing lights takes way more time than you think if approved. Procuring the materials and installation can take months. I'm going to guess that this intersection probably won't qualify for those but we will review. Thanks

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