Community Project Funding Requests
Intersection at County State Aid Highway 44 and U.S. Highway 14
Location: 151 4th Street, Rochester, MN 55904
Project Sponsor: Olmsted County
Requested Amount: $5,000,000
Use of Funds and Justification:
The funding would be used for construction of an interchange at County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 44 and U.S. Highway 14 and an associated flyover structure at 7th Street NW. Infrastructure elements include four bridge structures, retaining walls, pavement, lighting, and active transportation facilities.
The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the project will provide significant safety improvements on a regional U.S. Highway.