Roads and bridges
Hemlock intersection improvements
Hennepin County, in coordination with the City of Maple Grove, is preparing to make improvements at Hemlock Lane (County Road 61) and Elm Creek Boulevard (County Road 130) in Maple Grove to enhance comfort and safety for all people traveling through the intersection.
Construction updates
Construction will begin in late summer 2026. Dates are subject to change.
The intersection will remain open during construction. Please plan accordingly for travel delays.
Access to all businesses in the area will be maintained. If there are any modifications to existing access, there will be signage directing you how to enter or exit.
About the project
The project intersection is in the heart of Arbor Lakes in the City of Maple Grove. Both Hemlock Lane and Elm Creek Boulevard are key roadways that provide connections to I-94, Highway 169, as well as the surrounding area neighborhoods and businesses.
The existing intersection infrastructure needs an upgrade. As part of the project, the design team is investigating ways to improve safety at the intersection for all users, while also accommodating future growth. The wide-open nature of the current intersection design makes it difficult for people walking, biking and rolling to cross comfortably.
Upcoming changes to the intersection
The project provides several opportunities to alter the intersection to improve safety and mobility for all road users. These changes include:
- All right turn lanes will have a new design, which require vehicles to yield more fully to traffic and pedestrians. This is anticipated to reduce the number of rear-end crashes and promote a safer environment for pedestrians to cross.
- Reconstruction of curb ramps to improve accessibility and ease of use, making them compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Shortening crossing distances to improve crossing safety for people walking, biking and rolling.
- Adding accessible pedestrian signals (APS) for the crossings, which communicates “Walk” and “Don’t Walk” messages at intersections equipped with speakers to improve service for limited vision users.
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