11/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/13/2026 17:00
Published on November 13, 2026
Lane Closure - 49th Street
Beginning on Monday, November 16, 2026, both westbound lanes of traffic on West 49th Street will be closed between Oxbow Avenue and Arway Drive. Westbound traffic will be shifted into the center turn lane through the closure area. All westbound lanes of 49th Street will be opened at Louise Avenue
Xcel Energy will be making repairs to their facilities. This work is expected to be completed by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
Drivers are urged to use caution and reduce speeds while traveling near the construction area and may want to consider alternate routes.
Street Opening - 72nd Street North
The closure on 72nd Street North from Seubert Avenue to 476th Avenue will be open to traffic by the end of the day on Friday, November 13, 2026.
This project was the second phase of reconstructing this segment of 72nd Street North from a two-lane gravel road to an asphalt-paved roadway. Improvements included removal of the existing roadway, installation of sanitary sewer, water main, and storm drainage infrastructure, grading, and asphalt paving of 72nd Street North.
The City appreciates the public's patience and cooperation throughout construction.
Street Closure Update - Six Mile Road
The Six Mile Road closure between 10th Street and Oak Grove Trail, which began on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, was originally scheduled to reopen on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. With work running ahead of schedule, it is now planned to be open by the afternoon on Monday, November 16, 2026.
Drivers are urged to use caution and reduce speeds while traveling near the construction area and may want to consider alternate routes.