2025 IGH Pavement Management Initiative - Barbara Avenue & 46th Street Area
Construction Updates
This Week (07/07-07/12):
Curb was poured in a large portion of Phase 1 in preparation for paving next week. Sanitary sewer and watermain work continued in Phase 2. As is common with utility work, temporary road closures are expected while work progresses along Bacon Avenue. Resident access will be restored at the end of each workday.
Some residents have received a “No Parking” notice for the area scheduled to be paved next week. To clarify: the notice applies to street parking only. Residents may continue to park in their driveways and will have access throughout the day, except for brief periods immediately after the asphalt is placed and before it is compacted.
Next Week (07/14-07/19):
Utility crews will continue sanitary sewer and watermain work in Phase 2. Roadway crews will be preparing Phase 1 (where curb has been poured) for paving, with paving scheduled during the week.
Residents who received a “No Parking” notice are reminded to check the specific dates listed. Street parking will be restricted from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on those dates. After 7:00 PM, parking on the street will be allowed, even in the posted areas.
General Updates
Access:
The contractor will perform work while maintaining traffic flow. However, temporary road closures may occur during utility work. Access will be restored at the end of each workday. For information regarding private driveway access, please refer to the Curb and Driveway Notice below.
Garbage Service:
As construction activities continue in your area, please be advised that garbage collection services will not be impacted. Residents should continue to place their garbage and recycling bins out on their regular collection days and in their usual locations.
Temporary Water Service
As part of the ongoing construction project, temporary water service will be provided to maintain uninterrupted water supply during water main replacement. If your property will be connected to temporary water service, you will receive advance written notice with specific details.
Please be aware of the following:
- A temporary above-ground water line will be connected to your outside faucet or another suitable location.
- You may notice a slight decrease in water pressure or temperature fluctuations during this time.
- Temporary water service will remain in place until the new water main is fully installed and tested.
- Please do not tamper with or disconnect the temporary line. If you experience any issues with your water service, contact the project representative listed in your notice.
- The contractor may ask you to turn off your water service valve inside you home in order to connect to the temporary water service.
Temporary Mailboxes:
Due to construction in the area, temporary mailboxes will be installed to ensure uninterrupted mail delivery. Advance written notice will be provided to affected homeowners prior to the relocation of mail service. These temporary mailboxes will be located at the designated area identified in the notice provided to you and will remain in use until work is complete and normal access is restored. If you have questions about mail delivery, please contact your local post office or the project representative listed on your notice.
Curb and Driveway Notice:
The contractor will provide written notice to any homeowner whose driveway access will be temporarily impacted. If you receive a notice and need to use your vehicle during the day, you must park in the designated area indicated in the notice. Once the initial work is completed, gravel will be placed in front of affected driveways to provide temporary access until permanent repairs are made. Driveway access will be restricted again when the curb is poured and driveways are repaired. A separate advance notice will be provided before this occurs.
Right-of-Way Obstruction Notice:
Property owners are responsible for any irrigation systems, invisible dog fences, or other unpermitted obstructions located within the public right-of-way (approximately 12&15 feet behind the curb, within the boulevard area). To avoid potential damage or additional costs during construction. Please temporarily relocate your irrigation lines at least 4 feet behind the curb before work begins in your area. After topsoil is placed, you may reinstall their irrigation systems prior to sod installation. Neither the City nor the Contractor is liable for damage to any unpermitted obstructions within the right-of-way. Please turn off any irrigation zones that are near the street until work is completed.
City Contact:
Please contact David Ray, Asst. City Engineer by email [dray@ighmn.gov] or call 651-450-2541.
More info at: www.ighmn.gov/pavement
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