Major construction and traffic impacts are scheduled to begin July 6 at the intersection of Old Carriage Road and Old Carriage Court in the Southbridge area.
In recent years, increased vehicle traffic in this bustling development has caused safety and traffic flow issues. The City of Shakopee conducted a study in 2024 to evaluate options for possible road improvements and has developed a construction plan based on the study results. The improvements include:
- Constructing a hybrid roundabout at the intersection of Old Carriage Road and Old Carriage Court (combination of single and multi-lane based on traffic need)
- Adding a traffic signal at the intersection of Old Carriage Court and the Walmart entrance, providing improved access for the redevelopment area
- Modifying access points along Old Carriage Court and Old Carriage Road to reduce vehicle conflicts
The project will be constructed in multiple phases to maintain access to area businesses.
Phase One: July 6 – Sept. 25
The first phase will include construction of the roundabout at the Old Carriage Court and Old Carriage Road intersection. This work will begin on July 6 and will be re-opened to traffic no later than Sept. 25.
During construction, the intersection will be closed and local traffic will be detoured along a temporary road through the Wal-Mart parking lot in a designated bypass location.
Phase Two: Late September – Oct. 31
The second phase of the project will include installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Old Carriage Court and Wal-Mart Drive, as well as construction of medians south of the new roundabout.
This work will begin after phase one is done, with phase two complete no later than Oct. 31.
During phase two, the new roundabout will be open to traffic, but Old Carriage Court between Southbridge Parkway and the new roundabout will be closed to traffic. Detour signage will be in place for drivers to navigate the closure area.
To further minimize area impacts, the City included provisions in the project contract to incentivize the contractor to complete construction in advance of the required completion dates.
To stay up to date on the latest news and information on this project, visit ShakopeeMN.gov/oldcarriage.