Dayton River Road safety improvements

We are studying Dayton River Road (County Road 12) between Vicksburg Lane in Dayton and Colburn Street in Champlin to make it safer and more accessible for everyone, including those who walk, bike, or roll. We also plan to address congestion, improve traffic flow, and create safer, more convenient options to travel to local destinations along the road.

We are studying Dayton River Road (County Road 12) between Vicksburg Lane in Dayton and Colburn Street in Champlin to make it safer and more accessible for everyone, including those who walk, bike, or roll. We also plan to address congestion, improve traffic flow, and create safer, more convenient options to travel to local destinations along the road.

  • What we heard during engagement (April - July 2025)

    Community engagement for the Dayton River Road safety improvements study took place in April and July 2025. During these events, the project team presented existing conditions along the corridor, gathered community feedback, and shared early design concepts for improvements between Vicksburg Lane and Colburn Street.

    Key feedback we heard included:

    • Concerns about safety for people walking, biking, and driving in the area
    • Strong interest in improved trail connections and pedestrian access
    • Desire for better comfort and accessibility throughout the corridor

    As the study progresses, community input and technical analysis will guide the development of the final report for the study. Thank you to everyone who participated in the early engagement process. Stay tuned for updates as the study continues.

  • First open house

    In April 2025, the project team hosted a public open house to hear from people who live, work, and travel in the area. Attendees shared key concerns about high speeds, poor visibility, and aggressive driving—particularly near Pineview Lane, South Diamond Lake Road, and Cartway Road.

    Many attendees noted they avoid walking, biking, or making left turns due to safety risks. They also shared concerns about congestion near Highway 169, the traffic impact of nearby housing developments, and uncertainty about a potential future river crossing.

    Your feedback is helping guide the development of design alternatives. To continue the conversation, we invite you to a second public open house on July 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mississippi Crossings Event Center in Champlin.

Page last updated: 22 Aug 2025, 11:55 PM