Robert Street Reconstruction

In 2024, utilities will be working on Robert Street and nearby streets in preparation for the full reconstruction of Robert Street planned for 2025 and 2026. Please follow all posted signs. Access to businesses will be maintained.

Robert Street closed between 6th Street and 7th Place for Sewer Work

The Saint Paul Sewer Utility will be updating the sanitary sewer at the intersection of Robert Street and 6th Street. Sewer work started April 1, 2024 and will take approximately two months. Lumen National and Xcel Gas will also be working in this area at the same time. Traffic patterns and the work area will change multiple times during construction.

Robert Street closed to all traffic between 6th Street and 7th Place and 6th Street will be reduced to one lane starting April 1. Access to properties on Robert Street between 6th Street and 7th Street will be from 7th Street.

Detours for Robert Street closure between 6th Street and 7th Place

• Northbound Robert Street: West (left) on 6th Street to north (right) on Wabasha Street to east (right) on 7th Street to Robert Street.
  • Trucks and Buses: East (right) on 5th Street to north (left) on Sibley Street to west (left) on 7th Street to Robert Street.
• Southbound Robert Street: East (left) on 7th Street to south (right) on Jackson Street to west (right) on 6th Street to south (left) on Robert Street
• To access properties on Robert Street between 6th Street and 7th Street: Access Robert Street heading south from 7th Street. Follow appropriate detours as needed.
• Pedestrian Access: Pedestrian access to properties on Robert Street will be maintained. The easiest access will be to walk south from 7th Place. Pedestrians will not be able to cross Robert Street on the north side of the intersection with 6th Street nor will they be able to cross 6th Street at Robert Street. 
• Bus Stops: Metro Transit is detouring buses traveling on 6th Street in downtown St. Paul to 7th Street. For more information see Metro Transit's webpage.
• Note that Minnesota Street is reduced to one lane north of 6th Street for utility work.
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Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy is working to upgrade the electric infrastructure along Robert Street. They are currently working on the north side of Robert Street between 6th Street and 7th Place. The work near 7th Place is anticipated to take 3-4 months.

Met Council - Metro Gold Line

In late March and April, crews will be working on Gold Line BRT station platform shelters on 5th Street, 6th Street, and Wacouta Street. This construction will require a lane closure adjacent to the station platforms on these roads.

In mid-April, expect lane closures on 6th Street and St Peter Street for station construction at Ecolab Place.

To sign up for their project updates and see more information, visit the Metro Gold Line webpage.

Downtown Saint Paul Road and Lane Closures Map

Construction is happening throughout downtown. Plan accordingly and expect delays. Please follow all posted signs. Road and lane closures will change as construction continues.