Prior lake trail connection project

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $1,574,237 Project Grant on May 23, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to support the Prior Lake Trail Connection Project in Minnesota. The project involves the construction of a multi-use trail and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements along Minnesota State Highway 13, extending from Oakland Beach Avenue SE to County State Aid Highway 42 (140th Street/Egan Drive) in Prior Lake. This initiative represents a multimodal transportation enhancement that expands active transportation infrastructure and accessibility within the municipality.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) serves as the primary grant recipient and project administrator, with the City of Prior Lake designated as the sub-grantee responsible for project implementation. As a civilian transportation infrastructure development project, the award aligns with the Highway Planning and Construction program's mandate to support comprehensive roadway improvements, safety enhancements, and multimodal transportation network development across the United States. The project addresses FHWA priorities by advancing bicycle and pedestrian connectivity while incorporating universal accessibility standards in a high-traffic corridor area.

Project description

Along MN 13: from oakland beach AVE SE to csah 42 (140TH ST/egan DR) in prior lake- construct multi-use trail & ADA improvements