This webpage is not updated over the weekend/overnight. For up-to-date information on traffic impacts, visit 511mn.org.
Traffic impacts
E. 7th St. and Arcade St. project area map
All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent.
Current
Road closures
7 a.m. Mon, March 31 through early summer
- Arcade St. is closed to through traffic in both directions between Frost Ave. and E. Wheelock Pkwy.
- Arcade St. is closed to through traffic in both directions between Maryland Ave. E. and York Ave.
- Detour: Larpenteur Ave, Edgerton St., Payne Ave. and E. 7th St. (PNG)
- Local access on Arcade St. will be maintained during these closures
Lane closures
Mon, March 31 through early summer
- Watch for short-term lane closures on Arcade St. in both directions between Wheelock Pkwy. and Maryland Ave.
Upcoming
Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available.
About this project
In March 2025, we began the two-year reconstruction project along E. 7th St., and Arcade St. between I-94 in St. Paul and Roselawn Ave. in Maplewood. When complete, the new roadway will improve traffic flow, decrease traffic delays and improve safety on the road. Construction is expected to be completed in fall 2026.
Summary of work
- Resurfacing the road
- Repairing sidewalks
- Updating sidewalk curb ramps and driveways
- Updating and improving pedestrian lighting
- Updating and improving traffic signals
- Updating and improving bus stops
Construction timeline
E. 7th St. and Arcade St. construction timeline map
Construction will occur on Arcade St. During the 2025 construction season and on East 7th St. during the 2026 construction season.
- Stage 1 (spring through summer 2025): Arcade St. from Maryland Ave. to Roselawn Ave.
- Stage 2 (summer through fall 2025): Arcade St. from E 7th St. to Maryland Ave.
- Stage 3 (spring through fall 2026): E. 7th St. from I-94 to Minnehaha Ave.