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CH SEN
7700 Markd Boulevard
PO Box 147
Ohanhassen MN 55317
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Park and Recreation Commission
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
September 1'7, 2003
SUBJECT: Highway 5 Trail Underpass Maintenance
A number of residents have expressed concern over the condition of the trail
underpasses located at Riley Creek and Bluff Creek. The main issue is the
combination of steep grades and the presence of water, moss, or ice on certain
areas of the trails. Combining these issues with the presence of numerous
tight radius turns has resulted in some close calls and falls. The close
proximity of large rock rip rap at the edge of some trail areas is also a
concern.
These underpass trails were designed and constructed by the State of
Minnesota. Due to the steep grades and sharp curves, these trail routes do not
meet construction "standards." However, under the circumstances, it is really
the best any designer could hope for. It is either "this" or no underpasses.
The plan is to make the best out of what is a less than ideal situation. Our
primary goal is to get the water off the trail in order to prevent the moss and
ice build up. We will continue to work with the State on drain tile and
curbing installation. In the interim, the City has installed warning signs at
both these locations. A copy of the signs put in place will be displayed at next
weeks meeting.
C:
Todd Gerhardt, City Manager
Teresa Burgess, City Engineer/Public Works Director
Dale Gregory, Park Superintendent
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