Project Description
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (ES), operator of the metro-area wastewater collection and treatment system, will be relocating the sanitary sewer interceptor (pipes) adjacent to Grass Lake, located in the Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park 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 that the lake may drain into the sewer pipe or damage the surrounding environment.
In addition to relocating the sewer, this project will include trail improvements. We are working with Ramsey County Parks and Recreation to relocate a portion of the trail that frequently floods to higher ground which will improve accessibility for park users. The project will also add a dedicated cross-country ski trail adjacent to the paved trail.
Project Map
Anticipated Project Schedule
Construction: Winter 2025 through Spring 2026
Restoration: Spring 2026 through Fall 2027
Public Involvement
We invite you to a family-friendly public meeting to learn more about the project. A formal presentation will be given followed by a Q&A session with the project team. Before and after the presentation, project information will be on display and project staff will be available for one-on-one conversations. Refreshments will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time: 5 to 7 p.m., presentation begins at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Shoreview Community Center (4580 Victoria Street North)
We encourage you to watch the project overview video now and submit your questions before the meeting using the hotline or project email. These questions will be answered during the Q&A session.
Project Contacts
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Email: [email protected]
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