MnDOT Launches Long-Range Study for I-694 Corridor to Guide Future Transportation Investments
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is conducting a long-range study of the I-694 corridor between Brooklyn Boulevard in Brooklyn Center and Lexington Avenue in Arden Hills. The study aims to gather public input to guide future transportation investments over…

Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 29, 2026 —
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has initiated a comprehensive, long-range study focused on the Interstate 694 corridor. This study will encompass the segment of I-694 stretching from Brooklyn Boulevard in Brooklyn Center to Lexington Avenue in Arden Hills.
The primary objective of this extensive review is to solicit and integrate public input. This feedback is crucial for shaping transportation investments over the coming two decades. MnDOT aims to identify current and future needs within the corridor and to formulate concrete recommendations for necessary improvements.
The study is designed to provide a strategic roadmap for the I-694 corridor, ensuring that future development aligns with the evolving needs of the region and its users. By engaging the public early in the planning process, MnDOT seeks to foster a collaborative approach to transportation planning and development.
Further details regarding the scope of the study, opportunities for public participation, and timelines for the development of recommendations are expected to be released as the initiative progresses.
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