19th Avenue Path Improvements

Proposed Improvements

The City of Willmar is undertaking a construction project to reconstruct and upgrade the existing concrete sidewalk to a 10’ bituminous multi-use trail with ADA improvements along the south of side of 19th Ave from 15th St SW to 1st S and along the north side of 19th Ave from 1st St to 5th St SE. The work is anticipated to last until August 2024.

Project Update – August 12, 2024

The following is a tentative schedule for the construction in each of the project areas. If construction is delayed due to inclement weather, assume it will proceed the following day.

Phase 1 – 15th St SW to 9th St SW:

All concrete and bituminous paving has been completed.
Topsoil, final grading and turf establishment is planned to be completed in the next several weeks, followed by sign installation and pavement markings.

Phase 2 – 9th St SW to 1st St:

All concrete and bituminous paving has been completed.
Topsoil, final grading and turf establishment is planned to be completed in the next several weeks, followed by sign installation and pavement markings.

Phase 3 – 1st St to 5th St SE:

Concrete paving and trail paving has been largely completed.
Remaining patching is planned to be completed in the next week.
Topsoil, final grading and turf establishment is planned to be completed in the next several weeks, followed by sign installation and pavement markings.

Work Area

It is very common on these types of projects that area residents (especially children) become quite curious about the work the contractor is performing. We ask that you please be respectful of and stay well clear of construction zones. Many hazards and dangers exist from heavy machinery, trenches, loose material, confined spaces, hot asphalt, etc. and often times are not recognizable by the general public. The contractor has responsibility to ensure safety on the project and within the construction area.

Sprinkler Systems/Dog Fences And Tree Removal

We request sprinkler systems, underground dog fence systems, and any other private improvements within the public right-of-way be marked by the property owners so the contractor can attempt to avoid them during construction. In some instances, these items will need to be relocated.