Transportation
Covering transportation developments that impact daily commuting and community connectivity. Articles in this category provide updates on public transit, road construction, traffic initiatives, and plans for sustainable travel options.
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Construction Season to Commence in Victoria
Victoria will experience significant construction disruptions during spring, summer, and fall due to projects on Highway 11 and improvements in Downtown West. Local traffic will need to use designated detours,… read more >>
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Carver County Road Construction Projects Begin March 31
Several road construction projects – the first of many! – kick off on March 31. Know what’s happening and plan ahead for closures. read more >>
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Projects Impacting Highways 41 and 10 Begin Soon
Get ready for construction season! There are big plans for Highways 10 and 41 coming soon to Chaska, likely to begin April. read more >>
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SouthWest Transit Expands Service with Route Along 494
SouthWest Transit (SWT) announced their upcoming route, the 686, which provides a direct connection from SouthWest Station (SWS) in Eden Prairie to MSP International Airport. read more >>
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SouthWest Transit Student Bus Wrap Design Contest: Creativity Meets Community Transit
Southwest Transit is introducing a new and unique student bus wrap design contest and a comprehensive new route along the 494 corridor. Launching in 2025, the initiative offers students a… read more >>
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City of Chaska Announces Honorary Name for Creek Road
On Monday, Nov. 11, the city of Chaska unveiled Veterans Park Drive as the honorary name for Creek Road and dedicated the city street to Chaska residents who served in… read more >>
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Major Highway 41/10 Project Set to Begin Next Spring
By next year, the Highway 10/Engler Boulevard project in Chaska will be nearing completion. Scheduled to start in April 2025, this $34.3 million upgrade includes four roundabouts, improved traffic flow,… read more >>
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SouthWest Transit Unveils First Autonomous Vehicles
SouthWest Transit has introduced the first autonomous shuttles in the Twin Cities, showcasing them at a recent event with local leaders and short rides. The initiative, developed in partnership with… read more >>















