Vernon Avenue & Highway 100 Interchange Project

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Map of proposed improvements at Vernon Avenue and Highway 100, including two new bridges and a redesigned interchange.

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 Where you answered Lukes questions Are the tree removal plans linked to this project page, or are you talking about a separate document/file? Thanks on Facebook Share Where you answered Lukes questions Are the tree removal plans linked to this project page, or are you talking about a separate document/file? Thanks on Twitter Share Where you answered Lukes questions Are the tree removal plans linked to this project page, or are you talking about a separate document/file? Thanks on Linkedin Email Where you answered Lukes questions Are the tree removal plans linked to this project page, or are you talking about a separate document/file? Thanks link

    Where you answered Lukes questions Are the tree removal plans linked to this project page, or are you talking about a separate document/file? Thanks

    Jarred asked 8 days ago

    They are separate documents. If interested, reach out to me. Thanks, Chad Millner. 

  • Share Disregarding this project, What is the most likely next vehicular bridge to be replaced In Edina, One that is perhaps deteriorating or has reached is span of life segment. Within in the next 10-15-20 years? or beyond.. on Facebook Share Disregarding this project, What is the most likely next vehicular bridge to be replaced In Edina, One that is perhaps deteriorating or has reached is span of life segment. Within in the next 10-15-20 years? or beyond.. on Twitter Share Disregarding this project, What is the most likely next vehicular bridge to be replaced In Edina, One that is perhaps deteriorating or has reached is span of life segment. Within in the next 10-15-20 years? or beyond.. on Linkedin Email Disregarding this project, What is the most likely next vehicular bridge to be replaced In Edina, One that is perhaps deteriorating or has reached is span of life segment. Within in the next 10-15-20 years? or beyond.. link

    Disregarding this project, What is the most likely next vehicular bridge to be replaced In Edina, One that is perhaps deteriorating or has reached is span of life segment. Within in the next 10-15-20 years? or beyond..

    Jarred asked 8 days ago

    The next two bridges up for replacement are the Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge in 2026/27 and the Wooddale Avenue Bridge over Minnehaha Creek tentatively scheduled for 2029. Thanks. 

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    What types of trees were cut down to go fourth with this project,

    Luke asked 13 days ago

    Volunteer scrub / invasive type trees around the Highway 100 bridge, near the railroad bridge, near Davanni's and near Holiday. If you want a copy of the removal plans, please email me separately. In my opinion, none of the removals provided any screening to the residential properties that are not getting a noise wall. Thanks, Chad Millner

  • Share What types of trees were cut down and how many were removed to go fourth with this project because I live near grandview very close to this construction and we dont so much coverage anymore from traffic ever since they were cut down in certain areas.. on Facebook Share What types of trees were cut down and how many were removed to go fourth with this project because I live near grandview very close to this construction and we dont so much coverage anymore from traffic ever since they were cut down in certain areas.. on Twitter Share What types of trees were cut down and how many were removed to go fourth with this project because I live near grandview very close to this construction and we dont so much coverage anymore from traffic ever since they were cut down in certain areas.. on Linkedin Email What types of trees were cut down and how many were removed to go fourth with this project because I live near grandview very close to this construction and we dont so much coverage anymore from traffic ever since they were cut down in certain areas.. link

    What types of trees were cut down and how many were removed to go fourth with this project because I live near grandview very close to this construction and we dont so much coverage anymore from traffic ever since they were cut down in certain areas..

    Luke asked 13 days ago

    Volunteer scrub / invasive type trees around the Highway 100 bridge, near the railroad bridge, near Davanni's and near Holiday. If you want a copy of the removal plans, please email me separately. In my opinion, none of the removals provided any screening to the residential properties that are not getting a noise wall. Thanks, Chad Millner

  • Share Please share a date that the ramp can be used M-F between 9-5. The busiest time for most drivers. on Facebook Share Please share a date that the ramp can be used M-F between 9-5. The busiest time for most drivers. on Twitter Share Please share a date that the ramp can be used M-F between 9-5. The busiest time for most drivers. on Linkedin Email Please share a date that the ramp can be used M-F between 9-5. The busiest time for most drivers. link

    Please share a date that the ramp can be used M-F between 9-5. The busiest time for most drivers.

    #stillwaitingforcommutetoimprove asked 14 days ago

    The contractor anticipates short term closures of the onramp to end the Week of April 6. Thanks. 

  • Share The large construction crane being used to construct the sound wall along the ramp to northbound Highway has broken down. Why is the ramp closed if they are not doing any work? The crane is on 50th St on Facebook Share The large construction crane being used to construct the sound wall along the ramp to northbound Highway has broken down. Why is the ramp closed if they are not doing any work? The crane is on 50th St on Twitter Share The large construction crane being used to construct the sound wall along the ramp to northbound Highway has broken down. Why is the ramp closed if they are not doing any work? The crane is on 50th St on Linkedin Email The large construction crane being used to construct the sound wall along the ramp to northbound Highway has broken down. Why is the ramp closed if they are not doing any work? The crane is on 50th St link

    The large construction crane being used to construct the sound wall along the ramp to northbound Highway has broken down. Why is the ramp closed if they are not doing any work? The crane is on 50th St

    Frenkeld asked 18 days ago

    Thanks for the question. When I visited the site yesterday afternoon, the contractor had lifts on the onramp and was working on the noise wall. The ramp was closed to provide safe working space. When work is occurring on the ramp, it is typically closed between 9 am and 4 pm. These closures will continue until the noise wall or other work along the onramp is complete for safety reasons. Thanks

  • Share Are any trees still to be planted when the project continues? Where? on Facebook Share Are any trees still to be planted when the project continues? Where? on Twitter Share Are any trees still to be planted when the project continues? Where? on Linkedin Email Are any trees still to be planted when the project continues? Where? link

    Are any trees still to be planted when the project continues? Where?

    Jarred A. asked 27 days ago

    Thanks for the question. After the project, there is very little space available for trees. Late last year we added trees to the medians on each side of the Highway 100 Bridge. The ones on the east side were already planted. The west side ones will be planted this year. There are a couple replacement trees near the Hawthorne Apartments. 

  • Share I recall a project plan that would prohibit left turns from southbound Browndale Ave onto eastbound 50th St. Is that still part of this project? on Facebook Share I recall a project plan that would prohibit left turns from southbound Browndale Ave onto eastbound 50th St. Is that still part of this project? on Twitter Share I recall a project plan that would prohibit left turns from southbound Browndale Ave onto eastbound 50th St. Is that still part of this project? on Linkedin Email I recall a project plan that would prohibit left turns from southbound Browndale Ave onto eastbound 50th St. Is that still part of this project? link

    I recall a project plan that would prohibit left turns from southbound Browndale Ave onto eastbound 50th St. Is that still part of this project?

    saralathrop asked 28 days ago

    Thanks for the question. I'm not aware of any analysis at that location. With the 50th and Grange Project, we reviewed restricting left turns from Dale and the City Hall parking lot. We ultimately did not restrict those movements. If you think there is a traffic safety issue at that location, please submit a traffic safety request on the 311 app, on the website, or call public works. Thanks.

  • Share Just wanted to thank the city engineers for your consistent effort to answer all the questions and keep us informed despite the delay. Well done :) on Facebook Share Just wanted to thank the city engineers for your consistent effort to answer all the questions and keep us informed despite the delay. Well done :) on Twitter Share Just wanted to thank the city engineers for your consistent effort to answer all the questions and keep us informed despite the delay. Well done :) on Linkedin Email Just wanted to thank the city engineers for your consistent effort to answer all the questions and keep us informed despite the delay. Well done :) link

    Just wanted to thank the city engineers for your consistent effort to answer all the questions and keep us informed despite the delay. Well done :)

    Jarred asked 28 days ago

    Thank you. Appreciate the note. 

  • Share When will this project be completed? Can anything be done to expedite the process? Opus has been building next to Hilltop all winter long, and the bridge is sitting there stagnant. The sound barrier wall progress is nice, but It feels like the project as a wholeis taking forever…. on Facebook Share When will this project be completed? Can anything be done to expedite the process? Opus has been building next to Hilltop all winter long, and the bridge is sitting there stagnant. The sound barrier wall progress is nice, but It feels like the project as a wholeis taking forever…. on Twitter Share When will this project be completed? Can anything be done to expedite the process? Opus has been building next to Hilltop all winter long, and the bridge is sitting there stagnant. The sound barrier wall progress is nice, but It feels like the project as a wholeis taking forever…. on Linkedin Email When will this project be completed? Can anything be done to expedite the process? Opus has been building next to Hilltop all winter long, and the bridge is sitting there stagnant. The sound barrier wall progress is nice, but It feels like the project as a wholeis taking forever…. link

    When will this project be completed? Can anything be done to expedite the process? Opus has been building next to Hilltop all winter long, and the bridge is sitting there stagnant. The sound barrier wall progress is nice, but It feels like the project as a wholeis taking forever….

    Friend, Neighbor asked 30 days ago

    Great question. We don't know yet. They stopped working over the winter. They are monitoring the weather to determine when they can resume operations. Once they submit an updated schedule, we will share that out. Thanks.

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