Snelling and St. Clair intersection fully reopens after construction
The project, which began in May 2024, included resurfacing a half-mile of Snelling Avenue between St. Clair and Grand avenues and replacing the signal system. MnDOT also installed pedestrian bump-outs and ADA-compliant crossings at each intersection from St. Clair to Grand Avenue.
After intermittent closures last week, the intersection opened and the new signal system turned on Thursday. Minor construction activities, such as replacing the boulevard's trees and sod, will continue throughout the summer.
For more information, go to mndot.gov/metro/projects/snellingave-stpaul.
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