Overview

New bikeway and multiuse trail along Hennepin Avenue from TH-394 to Lyndale Avenue, terminating at Dunwoody Boulevard. Project adds new asphalt, dedicated bikeways, and improved connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians in central Minneapolis.

Current Status

Status: Construction in progress (2024-2025)

Construction began in 2024 and continued through 2025. Project is actively building new infrastructure along the Hennepin Avenue corridor.

Timeline

• 2024: Construction began
• 2025: Construction continued
• Current: Active construction
• Future: Completion date TBD

Project Scope

Route: Hennepin Avenue (TH-394) → Lyndale Avenue → Dunwoody Boulevard

Key features:

• New asphalt trail surface
• Dedicated bikeways
• Multiuse trail design
• Improved crossings and intersections
• Connection to existing trail network

Importance

This project fills a critical gap in Minneapolis bike infrastructure, creating a continuous north-south connection from TH-394 to Dunwoody Boulevard. The Hennepin-Dunwoody corridor serves high-density areas, improving access for commuters and recreational cyclists.

Monitoring

Tracking items:

• Construction progress and milestones
• Completion date and trail opening
• Intersection and crossing improvements
• Connection to adjacent trails
• City project page updates

External Sources

• City of Minneapolis: Projects — Search for Hennepin-Dunwoody Bikeway
• Minneapolis LIMS — Meeting minutes and project documents