Traffic & Roads

Last updated 11/14/25

Where would construction traffic be routed?

The City and developer are currently in discussions with MnDOT to determine the routing. The City and developer are strongly pushing for construction truck traffic to avoid White Pines Rd NE and the County Rd 11 roundabout and for the developer to have direct access on/off Hwy 52 to eliminate this concern.

 

How would this increased traffic impact the city’s infrastructure?

The developer and their traffic consultant, SRF Consulting Group, coordinated closely with representatives from MnDOT, Goodhue County, City of Pine Island, and Pine Island Township during the development of the traffic analysis for the development scenarios. Three coordination meetings were held, allowing each agency the opportunity to provide feedback on the study process, assumptions, and recommendations. A summary of the traffic analysis can be found in the traffic study as part of the AUAR document.

 

Who is responsible for the roads during and after construction? 

The developer would be responsible for improving the roads to the construction site. The City would be responsible for maintaining public roads up to the point of private property. All private property infrastructure would be the responsibility of the developer and end user.