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 Based on my last question, will the restoration include fixing the dirt trail on the north approach so it doesn't have a drop-off for peds (after bridge is finished) , and how will the stabilization rocks be added to the west side since there doesn't seem to be enough clearance between the bridge and the tracks? on Facebook Share Based on my last question, will the restoration include fixing the dirt trail on the north approach so it doesn't have a drop-off for peds (after bridge is finished) , and how will the stabilization rocks be added to the west side since there doesn't seem to be enough clearance between the bridge and the tracks? on Twitter Share Based on my last question, will the restoration include fixing the dirt trail on the north approach so it doesn't have a drop-off for peds (after bridge is finished) , and how will the stabilization rocks be added to the west side since there doesn't seem to be enough clearance between the bridge and the tracks? on Linkedin Email Based on my last question, will the restoration include fixing the dirt trail on the north approach so it doesn't have a drop-off for peds (after bridge is finished) , and how will the stabilization rocks be added to the west side since there doesn't seem to be enough clearance between the bridge and the tracks? link

    Based on my last question, will the restoration include fixing the dirt trail on the north approach so it doesn't have a drop-off for peds (after bridge is finished) , and how will the stabilization rocks be added to the west side since there doesn't seem to be enough clearance between the bridge and the tracks?

    asked 26 days ago

    Thanks for the questions. The dirt trail is an illegal trail on railroad property created by community members. The City tried to get legal access to improve that trail. The railroad denied the request. We would recommend not trespassing on railroad property. All slopes will be stabilized to meet erosion control standards. Until construction is complete, I don't have an exact answer to your question. Thanks

  • Share Besides just finishing decking the bridge, What other final things need to be done around the bridge or etc... to close out this project? on Facebook Share Besides just finishing decking the bridge, What other final things need to be done around the bridge or etc... to close out this project? on Twitter Share Besides just finishing decking the bridge, What other final things need to be done around the bridge or etc... to close out this project? on Linkedin Email Besides just finishing decking the bridge, What other final things need to be done around the bridge or etc... to close out this project? link

    Besides just finishing decking the bridge, What other final things need to be done around the bridge or etc... to close out this project?

    asked 27 days ago

    Thanks for the question. Here is a partial list for the area around the Vernon Ave Bridge. Bridge beams, bridge deck, sidewalks, railings, lights, traffic signals, grading, base, concrete curb, paving, pavement markings, signs, noise wall planks, restoration.

  • Share When will Vernon be planked? on Facebook Share When will Vernon be planked? on Twitter Share When will Vernon be planked? on Linkedin Email When will Vernon be planked? link

    When will Vernon be planked?

    asked about 1 month ago

    Thanks for the question. I would assume with the material showing up next week, they would complete the wall adjacent to the northbound Highway 100 onramp then move over to Vernon Ave wall. We have not discussed specific date of the Vernon Ave wall. The contractor is waiting to see on the other wall goes first and how much labor is available. Thanks

  • Share Will the new noise wall(s) color be the same light-ish tan color as the other noise walls in the area?? on Facebook Share Will the new noise wall(s) color be the same light-ish tan color as the other noise walls in the area?? on Twitter Share Will the new noise wall(s) color be the same light-ish tan color as the other noise walls in the area?? on Linkedin Email Will the new noise wall(s) color be the same light-ish tan color as the other noise walls in the area?? link

    Will the new noise wall(s) color be the same light-ish tan color as the other noise walls in the area??

    Jarred asked 2 months ago

    Yes. The color will be similar. Thanks

  • Share Have rip rap rocks been slopped under VA Bridge yet or will that take place next spring? When they resume on Facebook Share Have rip rap rocks been slopped under VA Bridge yet or will that take place next spring? When they resume on Twitter Share Have rip rap rocks been slopped under VA Bridge yet or will that take place next spring? When they resume on Linkedin Email Have rip rap rocks been slopped under VA Bridge yet or will that take place next spring? When they resume link

    Have rip rap rocks been slopped under VA Bridge yet or will that take place next spring? When they resume

    asked 2 months ago

    Rip rap has not been placed. That will occur in the spring. Thanks.

  • Share Have rocks been set under bridge yet on Facebook Share Have rocks been set under bridge yet on Twitter Share Have rocks been set under bridge yet on Linkedin Email Have rocks been set under bridge yet link

    Have rocks been set under bridge yet

    asked 2 months ago

    I don't understand the question. Please be more specific or give me a call about your question. Thanks

  • Share How many lanes with the v avenue bridge have? on Facebook Share How many lanes with the v avenue bridge have? on Twitter Share How many lanes with the v avenue bridge have? on Linkedin Email How many lanes with the v avenue bridge have? link

    How many lanes with the v avenue bridge have?

    Jarred asked 3 months ago

    5 lanes - two eastbound and three westbound made up of a left turn - straight - straight / right turn. Thanks

  • Share Thanks for the updates and making a concerted effort to open as much as possible. Have you considered any optimizations to the stop sign and lane merging, specifically as West bound traffic approaches the bridge towards the NB 100 ramp? I’ve had a few close calls with folks coming from the Grange stoplight. It’s a tough fit given the merge being so close to the intersection. A seemingly large percentage of the traffic is headed to NB100 so moving the cones and allowing a direct route to the ramp could be beneficial while still maintaining space when the sound wall material is installed. on Facebook Share Thanks for the updates and making a concerted effort to open as much as possible. Have you considered any optimizations to the stop sign and lane merging, specifically as West bound traffic approaches the bridge towards the NB 100 ramp? I’ve had a few close calls with folks coming from the Grange stoplight. It’s a tough fit given the merge being so close to the intersection. A seemingly large percentage of the traffic is headed to NB100 so moving the cones and allowing a direct route to the ramp could be beneficial while still maintaining space when the sound wall material is installed. on Twitter Share Thanks for the updates and making a concerted effort to open as much as possible. Have you considered any optimizations to the stop sign and lane merging, specifically as West bound traffic approaches the bridge towards the NB 100 ramp? I’ve had a few close calls with folks coming from the Grange stoplight. It’s a tough fit given the merge being so close to the intersection. A seemingly large percentage of the traffic is headed to NB100 so moving the cones and allowing a direct route to the ramp could be beneficial while still maintaining space when the sound wall material is installed. on Linkedin Email Thanks for the updates and making a concerted effort to open as much as possible. Have you considered any optimizations to the stop sign and lane merging, specifically as West bound traffic approaches the bridge towards the NB 100 ramp? I’ve had a few close calls with folks coming from the Grange stoplight. It’s a tough fit given the merge being so close to the intersection. A seemingly large percentage of the traffic is headed to NB100 so moving the cones and allowing a direct route to the ramp could be beneficial while still maintaining space when the sound wall material is installed. link

    Thanks for the updates and making a concerted effort to open as much as possible. Have you considered any optimizations to the stop sign and lane merging, specifically as West bound traffic approaches the bridge towards the NB 100 ramp? I’ve had a few close calls with folks coming from the Grange stoplight. It’s a tough fit given the merge being so close to the intersection. A seemingly large percentage of the traffic is headed to NB100 so moving the cones and allowing a direct route to the ramp could be beneficial while still maintaining space when the sound wall material is installed.

    CDavis asked 3 months ago

    Thanks for the suggestion. We will review to see if those changes can be made. 

  • Share I have not been over to the railroad junction in some time. Has the abutment been backfilled and is the concrete and rebar cured? on Facebook Share I have not been over to the railroad junction in some time. Has the abutment been backfilled and is the concrete and rebar cured? on Twitter Share I have not been over to the railroad junction in some time. Has the abutment been backfilled and is the concrete and rebar cured? on Linkedin Email I have not been over to the railroad junction in some time. Has the abutment been backfilled and is the concrete and rebar cured? link

    I have not been over to the railroad junction in some time. Has the abutment been backfilled and is the concrete and rebar cured?

    Jarredd asked 3 months ago

    The abutment is partially backfilled. The last concrete pour of the season will take place later this week. Thanks for the questions. 

  • Share After they stop working for the winter on the bridge, What will they do besides move the equipment elsewhere, Will tarps be put up to secure the area? fencing gates etc? on Facebook Share After they stop working for the winter on the bridge, What will they do besides move the equipment elsewhere, Will tarps be put up to secure the area? fencing gates etc? on Twitter Share After they stop working for the winter on the bridge, What will they do besides move the equipment elsewhere, Will tarps be put up to secure the area? fencing gates etc? on Linkedin Email After they stop working for the winter on the bridge, What will they do besides move the equipment elsewhere, Will tarps be put up to secure the area? fencing gates etc? link

    After they stop working for the winter on the bridge, What will they do besides move the equipment elsewhere, Will tarps be put up to secure the area? fencing gates etc?

    Jarred asked 3 months ago

    Thanks for the note. Details to be determined depending on location and jurisdiction. Thanks

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