International Falls

2025 - 2026 Construction Projects

9th Street Utility and Street Improvements

Project Overview

The City of International Falls is improving 9th Street from 14th Avenue to Highway 53. The proposed improvements include:

  • Addition of a multi-use path along the north side of the corridor
  • New concrete curb and gutter and roadway pavement
  • Water main, storm sewer and sanitary sewer replacements
  • Lead service line replacement

Project Updates: Nov. 25, 2025

We’ve successfully completed Phase 1 of the 2025-26 Street & Utility Improvements (9th Street)! Here’s a quick summary:

  • Completed necessary tree removals throughout the project area.
  • Installed new sanitary sewer, storm sewer and watermain infrastructure from 11th Avenue to 8th
  • Replaced Lead Service Water Lines from new curb stop to the water meter in the house.
  • Reconstructed the road, including new pavement, from 11th Avenue to 8th
  • Temporary restoration of areas that were disturbed during construction.

Next steps for spring 2026:

  • We will provide updates/notices as we get closer to starting back up in the spring.
  • Work will include:
    • Removing tree stumps, curb & gutter, pavement and concrete sidewalk from 11th Avenue to 3rd
    • Sanitary sewer, water and storm sewer improvements from 8th Avenue to 3rd
    • Lead Service Water Line replacements from 11th Avenue to 3rd Avenue and on 5th Street and 6th
    • Street lighting installations from 14th Avenue to 3rd
    • Bike trail installation from 14th Avenue to 3rd
    • Permanent restoration of all disturbed areas.

The City of International Falls, Wagner Construction, Inc. and Bolton & Menk, Inc. would like to thank you for your patience and understanding during the first phase of the project and wish you a happy holiday season. Should you have any questions or need additional details, feel free to reach out.

CONTACTS

Dean Helstrom, P.E., Project Manager
Dean.Helstrom@bolton-menk.com
218-830-0856

Jason Fisher, P.E., City Engineer
Jason.Fisher@bolton-menk.com
218-600-6827

Casey Witzman, Onsite Representative & Lead Service Line Investigation
Casey.Witzman@bolton-menk.com
507-594-0518