Construction Schedule: Bridge closes July 29, 2024
- July 29, 2024 – Kellogg Boulevard will be closed from Broadway Street to Mounds Boulevard.
- Construction is anticipated to last approximately three years.
Project Details
Description
The City of St Paul will be replacing the Kellogg-3rd Street bridge to address the need for a more reliable connection to the City that will accommodate people walking, biking, taking transit, and driving.
Location
Kellogg-3rd Street bridge including Kellogg Boulevard from Broadway Street to Mounds Boulevard
Timeline
- July 22, 2024 – Construction mobilization/prep starts with fence removals, erosion control, start access road under the bridge and temporary construction fence. Advanced warning signs will be placed.
- July 29, 2024 – Kellogg-3rd Street bridge closes/construction begins.
- Construction is anticipated to last approximately three years.
Construction Impacts and Detours
Traffic Impacts
- Kellogg-3rd Street Bridge will be closed for approximately three years.
- Vehicles will be detoured to East 7th Street. See map for details.
- Kellogg Boulevard between Broadway and Lafayette will be closed to traffic for reconstruction starting July 29, 2024 through November 2024.
- Access to parking lots will be maintained. See detailed maps below.
- Traffic delays should be expected.
Pedestrian and Bike Impacts
- Pedestrians and bikes will be detoured north on Mounds Boulevard to East 7th Street.
- Pedestrians and bikes will also be able to detour south on Mounds Boulevard to Commercial Street and 4th Street. This route may be close temporarily during construction activities or due to flooding.
Parking Lot and Business Access
- Parking lots, buildings, and Union Depot will remain accessible during construction from Lowertown on the west side of the bridge. See detailed maps below to access parking lots.
- Owners and tenants immediately adjacent to the work site will receive separate notices during specific work activities that may affect their property.
Detour map for Kellogg-Third Street Bridge construction
Printable detour map for Kellogg-Third Street Bridge construction
Parking lot and business access map
Printable parking lot and business access map
Parking lot access during Saints games map
Printable parking lot access during Saints games map
Parking lot access during Farmers' Market map
Printable parking lot access during Farmers' Market map
Other road closures and restrictions in Downtown Saint Paul, updated July 26, 2024
Construction is happening throughout downtown. Plan accordingly and expect delays. Please follow all posted signs. Road and lane closures will change as construction continues.
- 6th Street: Reduced to one lane between 7th and Wabasha Streets and between Jackson and Robert Streets.
- 7th Street: Reduced to one lane between Minnesota and Jackson Streets.
- Kellogg Boulevard: Closure
- Kellogg Boulevard/3rd Street bridge closes Monday, July 29 between Broadway Street and Mounds Boulevard.
- Access to parking lots and businesses will be maintained.
- For more information about the Kellogg/3rd Street Bridge project and detailed access maps visit www.stpaul.gov/Kellogg-3.
- Minnesota Street: Closure
- Minnesota Street closes Monday, July 29 between 9th and 6th Streets.
- Lane restrictions between 11th and 9th Streets.
- Access to local businesses will be maintained.
- For more information about Minnesota Street, visit www.stpaul.gov/MinnesotaStreet2.
- Robert Street
- Robert Street remains reduced to one lane in each direction between 7th and 6th Streets.
- Pedro Park: No current traffic impacts expected. For more information, please visit the Pedro Park project’s website: www.stpaul.gov/pedropark.
- Smith Avenue: Only open to southbound traffic between 5th Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
- St. Peter Street: Lane restrictions between 6th Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
- Sibley Street: Lane restrictions between 5th and 4th Streets.
- Washington and Market Streets: Closed to through traffic at 6th Street. No left turns on to 6th Street from Washington and Market Streets. No left turns from 6th Street on to Washington and Market Streets.
For road closures in Saint Paul, visit www.stpaul.gov/roadclosures
NOTE: All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.
Thanks to everyone that joined the Goodbye Bridge Walk on July 21
Thanks to the Dayton’s Bluff District Council for organizing the Goodbye Bridge walk and for everyone that came out to take a final walk on the Kellogg-3rd Street Bridge and learn more about the construction project.
Special thanks to the Saints Mudonna for joining us for the Goodbye Bridge walk.
Virtual Meeting Held on June 26
Thanks to everyone who attended the virtual meeting. On June 26, 2024, Saint Paul Public Works bridge staff shared a short presentation and answered any questions. Here are the materials shared:
Final Art Designs
View the final art designs on the railings and pier columns, including the specific locations.
