Delaware Avenue (County Road 63) Reconstruction & Butler Avenue (County Road 4) School Safety Improvements

​​​​​​County Road 63 and County Road 4 project map.C​ounty Projects 63-33 and 4-18

Dakota County and the cities of Men​dota Heights and West St. Paul are developing plans to reconstruct Delaware Avenue (County Road 63). The project is from Marie Avenue to Dodd Road (Highway 149).

Plans also include adding a trail and sidewalk along Butler Avenue (County Road 4). This is from Delaware Avenue to Manomin Avenue.

The project includes:

  • A full reconstruction of Delaware Avenue. It includes new curb and gutter, pavement, drainage, intersections, and utility improvements.
  • New multi-use trail along Delaware Avenue.
  • New multi-use trail and sidewalk along Butler Avenue.

This project is a priority due to:

  • The age and condition of the roadway.
  • The need for drainage, intersection and utility improvements.
  • The lack of dedicated pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure.

The Butler Avenue part of the project was recommended in the 2021 Dakota County School Travel Safety Assessment. It will provide safe routes to walk and bike to and from St. Joseph's Catholic School, Heritage E-STEM Magnet School and other area destinations.

The public will help determine the location of new trail, sidewalk, and crossings along both roadways.

Field data collection is beginning soon. The project team has begun the design process. Throughout 2024 and 2025, we will continue designing and sharing updates with the community. Construction is scheduled for summer 2027.

Open House #3 – May 18, 2026

A public open house was held May 18, 2026 at the West St. Paul City Hall. There was no formal formal presentation. Project staff was available to discuss the project and answer questions. This open house provided information on:

  • Design of the roadway and trail
  • Construction schedule
  • Planned detours​​

Open House #2 —​ April 23, 2025

A public open house was held April 23, 2025 at Two Rivers High School. Project staff was available to discuss the project background, preliminary design and project schedule. 

Open House #1 — ​Dec. 2, 2024

A public open house was held Dec. 2, 2024 at Two Rivers High School. There was no formal presentation. Project staff was available to discuss the project information and allow residents to give feedback​. 

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​​​Contact

Stay up to date throughout the project by visiting this webpage. You can also contact the county's project manager if you have questions:

John Sass
john.sass​@co.dakota.mn.us
952-891-7130​

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Last updated: 5/19/2026 1:32 PM