2025 – 2027 US 169 / Hwy 282 / CR 9 Interchange
Construction begins Spring 2025
MnDOT is partnering with the city of Jordan and Scott County on a project which will include a new Hwy 169 and Hwy 282/Co. Rd. 9 interchange, two bridges (over Hwy 169 and railroad tracks), two roundabouts, pedestrian tunnel, sidewalks, retaining walls, and noise walls. The project will improve safety and traffic flow and create better connections for pedestrians and bicyclists. Hwy 169 is open to traffic during construction. Plan for possible delays.
Find more information, construction schedule, upcoming traffic impacts and more at MnDOT’s project website.
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Project Background
The City of Jordan, Scott County, and MnDOT have long desired improvements at the intersection of Highways 169, 282, and CR 9. Over two decades ago, discussions between agencies began to identify appropriate improvements for the area. Over 25 unique concepts have been developed.
In 2018, the City of Jordan led a Concept Design and Consensus Building regarding the intersection. The process involved formation of a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) made of Jordan, Scott County, and MnDOT as well as three Jordan City Council members. The purpose of the TAC was to understand individual agency perspectives and to gain insight relative to key issues or perceived impacts, discuss potential mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts, and identify considerations that could influence the study outcome. The TAC met several times to review existing deficiencies and build consensus around a shared vision for improvements. The process involved traffic engineering, conceptual design, and public engagement to enhance existing and create some new layouts for the intersection. These layouts were critiqued by the TAC based on numerous factors and an evaluation matrix with detailed report were produced to document the alternative considerations. The TAC group successfully worked in a collaborative and cooperative manner to ultimately develop a process for the next steps toward implementation.
The Concept Design and Consensus Building Process yielded valuable results toward progress. A layout for the new interchange was approved by MnDOT and Scott County in July 2023. The interchange is planned to have Hwy 282/CR 9 traversing over Hwy 169. A northbound on ramp accesses Hwy 169 from Creek Lane, rather than from Hwy 282, as has been considered historically. This change allows preservation of existing, tax generating commercial space occupied by Holiday, Jordan Wine & Spirits, and Caribou Coffee.
Related Links
- MnDOT Project Website – 169/282/9 Interchange
- Scott County Project Website – 169/282/9 Interchange Preliminary Design & Environmental Review Information
- Scott County Project Website – Interchange at CR 59 (Delaware Ave) and Hwy 169
Project Documents
- Layout
- Alternatives Reviewed Slides
- Open House Meeting Materials Feb 20 2020
- Postcard Invitation to 2/20/20 Open House
- Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) (March 2020)
- Alternative 1 Preliminary Renderings (January 2020)
- 2018 Report on Concept Design and Consensus Building with MnDOT and Scott County
- October, 2018 Public Open House Materials
- April, 2019 Project Newsletter
- 2014 Report Including Old (outdated) Interchange Design Concepts
- March 2020 Scott County Findings of Fact
- April 2020 Scott County Negative Declaration on the Need for EIS
- August 2023 Public Open House Materials
- Video: Celebration of Funding Completion
- March 2025 Open House Meeting Materials