Thrive on 65 - Bunker Lake Blvd

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Anoka County, in partnership with MnDOT and the Cities of Ham Lake and Blaine, is undertaking a project to improve Hwy 65 at the Bunker Lake Boulevard intersection.

Hwy 65 is a vital link to the Twin Cities urban core for commuters, businesses, freight traffic, and visitors. The roadway is considered by many as an east-west barrier for mobility, to the extent that commuters and freight traffic often choose to avoid the current at-grade crossings including Bunker Lake Boulevard due to congestion and delay. This results in regional traffic deviating onto parallel local routes, including adjacent frontage roads.

A PEL study was conducted in a previous phase and several potential alternatives were identified. The project team will now focus on what improvements solve the issues and provide opportunity in this specific location. This will be achieved through continuous study and community engagement efforts.

$10 million in Federal Transportation Funding has been secured for the project. Anoka county is actively pursuing additional outside funding from various sources.

View the engagement opportunities listed below and be sure to check back frequently for updates and new information!

Open House #1 - 3/27/2025  Event Boards    Alternative A   Alternative B   Alternative B1   Handout 

Share your opinion on the current TH 65 and Bunker Lake Boulevard intersection below.

Jorge Bernal - Anoka County Project Manager

Email:  jorge.bernal@anokacountymn.gov 

Phone:  (763) 324-3185 

Beth Engum - Consultant Project Manager

Email:  beth.engum@bolton-menk.com 

Phone:  (651) 341-0847 

The City of Blaine, Anoka County, and MnDOT are also improving Hwy 65 south of Bunker Lake Boulevard from 97th Avenue NE to 119th Avenue NE in Blaine. For more information on this separate project click the button below.