There will be a number of important road and infrastructure projects planned across the city (and neighboring towns) during 2025. From pavement rehabilitation to major safety upgrades and new trails, these efforts aim to extend the life of our streets, improve traffic flow and support future growth. Below, you’ll find a detailed look at each project, including timelines, locations and contact info.

Project Name: 82nd Street (County Highway 18) Project

What: Reconstruction of 82nd Street to upgrade the roadway surface from a rural gravel road to an urban paved roadway, improve stormwater drainage and increase pedestrian accessibility.

When: Major construction is expected to begin in spring 2025 and last through fall 2025.

Where: Bavaria Road in Victoria to just west of State Highway 41 on Lyman Blvd in Chaska, including a portion of 82nd Street in Chanhassen near the Arboretum.

Why: To complete a missing segment of an important County Highway network, enhance road safety, improve drainage and increase pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.

Who: Carver County Public Works.

Contact: Carver County Public Works, (952) 466-5200. (Project website)

What you can expect: Temporary lane closures, detours and potential delays. Residents should watch for posted construction updates.

Project Name: State Highway 5 Improvements 

What: Roadway improvements along State Highway 5, including the conversion from a 2-lane to a 4-lane highway, existing pavement reconstruction, intersection upgrades and pedestrian enhancements. 

When: Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2025, with completion expected in 2028. 

Where: State Highway 5 corridor within Carver County from Century Blvd in Chanhassen to downtown Victoria. 

Why: To improve traffic capacity (including movement of freight), enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians, and extend the life of the roadway. 

Who: Carver County Public Works in coordination with MnDOT and the cities of Chanhassen and Victoria. 

Contact: Carver County Public Works, (952) 466-5200.   (Project website)

What you can expect: Extensive lane closures, potential detours and delays. State Highway 5 is expected to be fully closed and detoured in 2027 to facilitate construction and speed up the overall duration of the work. Residents and commuters should plan to utilize alternative routes.

Project Name: Crimson Bay Road Project

What: Reconstruction of Crimson Bay Road, including pavement replacement, installation of new sanitary sewer and water main, and drainage improvements. The access at State Highway 5 will be permanently disconnected with the project and access to Crimson Bay Rd will be provided from 78^th Street from the north.

When: Planned for the 2025 construction season, with an estimated duration of three months.

Where: Crimson Bay Road in Chanhassen.

Why: To disconnect Crimson Bay Road from State Highway 5 as part of the larger State Highway 5 Improvements to improve motorist safety.

Who: City of Chanhassen.

Contact: City of Chanhassen Engineering, (952) 227-1160. (Project website)

What you can expect: Only isolated impacts. Access to individual residences will be coordinated and residents should prepare for temporary inconveniences. 

[UPDATE MAY 21, 2025: A previous version of this article included a proposed roundabout at the entrance of Minnetonka Middle School West. At its May 19, 2025 meeting, the Chanhassen City Council voted to not proceed with this project at this time. Read more details about their decision here.]

Project Name: Galpin Boulevard Improvement Project

What: Upgrading Galpin Boulevard to an urban section including addition of multiple roundabouts, multi-use trails and stormwater management improvements.

When: Construction is set to resume in spring 2025 and continue through late summer.

Where: Galpin Boulevard between State Highway 5 and northern city limit.

Why: To enhance road safety, provide pedestrian and cyclist pathways, improve stormwater management and to transfer ownership of the road from Carver County to the City of Chanhassen.

Who: City of Chanhassen, in partnership with Carver County.

Contact: 612-238-2884, galpinboulevard@wsbeng.com (Project website)

What you can expect: Full closures, construction equipment presence and possible travel delays. Residents should consider alternate routes and stay updated on project progress.

Project Name: 2025 City Pavement Rehabilitation Project

What: Annual pavement maintenance, including full depth reclamation and reconstruction of selected city streets.

When: Throughout the 2025 construction season.

Where: Frontier Trail area, Conestoga area.

Why: To extend the lifespan of city streets and utilities, improve driving conditions and reduce long-term maintenance costs.

Who: City of Chanhassen.

Contact: City of Chanhassen Engineering, (952) 227-1160. (Project website)

What you can expect: Short-term road closures, traffic disruptions and construction activity in affected areas. Residents will receive notifications prior to work commencing in their neighborhood.

Project Name: Pioneer Trail Improvements east of the Chanhassen boundary

What: Milling and overlay of Pioneer Trail, bridge replacement, plus shoulder widening, curb ramp updates and bypass lane conversions.

When: Scheduled for 2025, with work expected to last several months.

Where: Pioneer Trail from Trails End Road to Riley Lake Road.

Why: To extend pavement life, improve safety and enhance pedestrian accessibility.

Who: Hennepin County Public Works.

Contact: Hennepin County Public Works, (612) 348-3000.

What you can expect: Temporary lane reductions as work is expected to occur under traffic, construction noise and minor travel delays. Plan for slower travel in work zones.

Project Name: Highway 212 and Highway 5 Improvements

What: Concrete pavement and joint repairs maintenance in addition to shoulder improvements near the US Highway 212 and State Highway 5 interchange between Eden Prairie Road and I-494.

When: Work is scheduled to begin in early June 2025, with completion anticipated in September 2025.

Where: US Highway 212 and State Highway 5 in Eden Prairie.

Why: To extend the life of the pavement and repair other State Highway assets.

Who: Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).

Contact: MnDOT, Project Hotline (612) 235-7444. (Project website)

What you can expect: Traffic shifts, periodic lane closures down to one lane, two weekend full closures and potential delays. Alternative routes are recommended.

Fiber-Optic Networks

In addition to these specific road projects, Chanhassen residents may also notice work being done
throughout the city in 2025 by private companies installing fiber-optic networks in public right-of-ways and utility easement areas (such as street and sidewalk areas). You can check out the status of this work in your neighborhood by visiting our map at Chanhassen.info/fiberoptic. This map will be updated on an ongoing basis to reflect current installations.