Overview
New protected bikeway connecting Dowling Avenue and 2nd Street N to Upper Harbor Regional Park in North Minneapolis. Project includes a protected bike path from 26th Avenue N to Lowry Avenue N, improving cycling infrastructure and access in North Minneapolis neighborhoods.
Current Status
Status: 15% design phase (accepted and filed)
The project completed its 15% design review at the Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) meeting on February 4, 2025. The design was accepted and filed, moving the project forward in the planning process.
Project Scope
Primary corridor: Dowling Avenue to Upper Harbor Regional Park via 2nd Street N
Protected bike path: 26th Avenue N to Lowry Avenue N
Key features (planned):
- Protected bike lanes with physical separation from traffic
- Improved crossings and intersections
- Connection to existing and planned bike infrastructure
- Access to Upper Harbor Regional Park
Timeline
- February 4, 2025: BAC meeting — 15% design accepted and filed
- Current: Design phase (progressing toward 30% design)
- Next milestone: 30% design completion and review
- Future: Construction timeline TBD (pending design completion)
Importance
This project addresses the need for safe, protected cycling infrastructure in North Minneapolis — an area with historically underserved bike infrastructure. The connection to Upper Harbor Regional Park provides access to recreational opportunities and future development along the riverfront.
Monitoring
Tracking items:
- 30% design completion and BAC approval
- 60% design completion
- Final design approval
- Construction timeline and start date
- Minneapolis LIMS project updates
External Sources
- Minneapolis LIMS (Legislative Information Management System) — Search "LP 600D10080" for project documents and updates
- Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) — Meeting agendas and resolutions