26th and Hiawatha traffic safety improvements
The City will rebuild the intersection at 26th St and Hiawatha Ave to improve safety.
Dates
2026
Location
The intersection at 26th St and Hiawatha Ave. Also includes part of 26th Street between Hiawatha and Cedar Ave. Downtown WestProject overview
In spring and summer 2026, the City will rebuild the intersection at 26th St and Hiawatha Ave. This project also includes improving part of 26th St between Hiawatha Ave and Cedar Ave.
Project work
The project includes several upgrades to make the
area safer and easier to use for everyone. The work
will include:
- Changes to the street layout
- New pedestrian refuge islands to help people cross
the street safely - A new multi-use path that connects Cedar Avenue
to the Hiawatha LRT trail - Improvements to nearby green spaces
- Rebuild northern sidewalk
- Rebuild northern boulevard (grassy area between
the sidewalk and the street) - Rebuild bike lane along 26th Street
Project phase
This project is in design.
Input
Design
In Progress
Complete
