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Project Description
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (ES), operator of the metro-area wastewater collection and treatment system, is making improvements to the sanitary sewer interceptors (pipes) along Grass Lake and the Snail Lake wetlands in Snail Lake Regional Park located in Shoreview, Minnesota. These improvements will repair the aging infrastructure and improve the system’s efficiency and reliability.
The interceptor is often submerged due to rising lake levels, which prevents staff from performing routine maintenance. This creates a risk of wastewater leaking into the lake or even causing the lake to drain.
Key improvements of this project include:
- Realigning the Grass Lake interceptor to higher ground
- Relocating the trail that runs parallel to the Grass Lake interceptor
- Addition of a cross country ski trail
Project Map
Anticipated Project Schedule
Construction: Winter 2025 through Winter 2026
Restoration: Spring 2026 through Spring 2027
Public Involvement
A public open house will be held prior to construction. Check back for more details as they become available.