Midway Rd Corridor Study
Overview
St. Louis County is leading the Midway Rd (CSAH 9/13) Corridor Study. This study includes two roadway segments which are Midway Rd (CSAH 9/13), beginning at MNTH 194 and ending at North Pike Lake Rd (CSAH 9), and Martin Rd (CSAH 9), beginning at Midway Rd (CSAH 13) and ending at Vaux Rd. This corridor study will also include an evaluation of the intersections of US 53 at Midway Rd (CSAH 13) and Midway Rd (CSAH 13) at Martin Rd (CSAH 9).
The purpose of the Midway Rd Corridor Study is to develop recommended roadway and intersection layouts that will be implemented in future reconstruction projects. The deliverables of the study will include…
- 2D (aerial view) layout for Midway Rd (CSAH 9/13) and Martin Rd (CSAH 9).
- Typical section(s) for Midway Rd (CSAH 9/13) and Martin Rd (CSAH 9).
- Intersection Control Evaluation reports, including aesthetic renderings, for the following intersections.
- US 53 at Midway Rd (CSAH 13)
- Midway Rd (CSAH 9/13) at Martin Rd (CSAH 9)
Project Location
Study Focus Areas
The focus of this study includes the following:
- Driving lane configuration
- Intersections, including a focus on the intersections at US 53 and Martin Rd
- On-street parking
- Pedestrian and bicyclist facilities, including pedestrian crossings
- Access management
Study Input
The study will invite input from three stakeholder groups:
- General Public
- Agency Representatives (local agency representation includes administration, engineering, maintenance, planning, law enforcement and emergency response)
- Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
- Minnesota State Patrol
- St. Louis County
- City of Hermantown
- Canosia Township
- Proctor and Hermantown Schools
- Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council (MIC)
- The MIC's Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
- Local Businesses
Get Involved!
- Sign up for email updates by clicking on the subscribe button.
- Fill out an Input Survey
- Place a Suggestion/Concern on the Map
St. Louis County Contacts
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Phone 218-625-3873 Email lundv@stlouiscountymn.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this study being done?
There are several known issues for the Midway Rd and Martin Rd corridors.
1.The existing traffic signal system at the intersection of US 53 and Midway Rd has reached the end of its service life.
2.There are frontage road intersections located immediately adjacent to the intersection of US 53 and Midway Rd that create additional conflict points within the influence area of the primary intersection. The intersection of Midway Rd and Old Miller Trunk Highway has a crash history that is considered statistically significant which suggests this intersection is a priority for safety improvements.
3.There is a high density of access points and commercial development along Midway Rd which results in a high volume of conflicting turning movements. In some cases, these commercial access points are intermittently occluded by traffic queues at the traffic signal system.
4.The intersection of Midway Rd and Martin Rd is currently controlled as an all-way stop control. The west leg of this intersection, Carmens Way, serves as the access to the popular Pike Lake boat landing which regularly experiences overflow parking with boat trailers onto Midway Rd. Midway Rd and Martin Rd serve as truck routes for the Duluth metro area. The Public Works Department has received feedback from truck drivers that completing turning maneuvers within this intersection are challenging because vehicles with boat trailers park close to the intersection. The Canosia Township fire department is in the southeast quadrant of this intersection which requires that there be continuous access for emergency vehicles.
5.Midway Rd has non-compliant ADA sidewalks, lacks pedestrian/bicyclist facilities in certain areas, and has a segment of high-density residential development along Pike Lake. There is planned residential development that will access Midway Rd that is expected to generate additional traffic, including additional turning maneuvers.
6.Martin Rd lacks pedestrian/bicyclist facilities even though this roadway provides access for the Pike Lake Elementary. The Public Works Department has regularly observed students walking to and from school on the paved shoulders. There is no separation between Martin Rd and the Pike Lake Elementary parking lot to help control traffic entering/leaving the school campus. There is a concern about vehicle speeds on Martin Rd driving through the Pike Lake Elementary school zone.
Does my input matter?
Yes, your input matters. Without active participation, the Midway Rd of the future may not reflect the values of the local community.
How will you gain an understanding of the perspectives of key stakeholders and develop a consensus?
The key is intentional and thorough engagement. Engagement is a two-way conversation that includes listening to input but also providing an opportunity to learn about traffic engineering considerations. The engagement for this study will rely on participation in activities at the public meetings and online surveys.
Does St. Louis County have a project programmed for Midway Rd?
St. Louis County has a project programmed for Midway Rd beginning at US 53 and ending at North Pike Lake Rd in 2028. The actual project year will be dependent on the outcome of this corridor study.