Description
The Capital City Bikeway will be extended along Wabasha Street to the Capitol in 2027. This project will extend the existing Wabasha Street bikeway to 10th Street, cross Interstate 94 on St Peter Street, and connect with the Capitol grounds on 12th Street. The bikeway will connect with the John Ireland Boulevard bike lanes and the planned bikeway on Rice Street. 

Wabasha CCB Extension to the Capitol map image.

The streets in the project area will be reconstructed to replace the roadway pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and underground utilities. 

Download the Project Flyer 

Location

  • Wabasha Street between 7th Street to 11th Street
  • 10th Street from Wabasha Street to St Peter Street
  • St Peter Street from 10th Street to 12th Street
  • 12th Street from St Peter Street to John Ireland Boulevard
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Timeline

  • 2025 – Concept Design and Community Engagement
  • 2026 – Finalize Street Design
  • 2027 - Construction
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    Summer 2025 Engagement 

    Throughout the months of July, August, and September you’ll see the project team “popping up” at several community events to bring awareness to the project and get feedback on design priorities. 

    You’ll see us sharing these materials:

    Missed us at the events? Take our online survey today. 

    Where might you find us? 

    • Mobility Mingle on the Capitol Grounds: July 22, 2025
    • Exchange Hi-Rise: July 22, 2025
    • National Night Out: August 5, 2025
    • Summer Nights in Rice Park: August 21, 2025
    • Lowertown Sounds in Mears Park: August 14 or Sept 4, TBD
    • Mid-Autumn Moon Festival: September 21, 2025
    • & Community Listening Sessions: in development & as-needed 

    Have an event you’d like us to attend? Email the project team: anna.potter@ci.stpaul.mn.us

    Historical Sites on the Corridor

    The corridor features several historical sites that contribute to the character of downtown Saint Paul. The project team is committed to being mindful of the potential impacts on these landmarks. We welcome public input to help prioritize what matters most when considering changes to the roadway. Historic sites along the corridor include:

    • New Astor Theater
    • Eisenmenger Meat Market
    • Fitzgerald Theater (formerly the Sam S. Schubert Theater)
    • Minnesota Arts & Sciences Center
    • History Theatre building
    • Twin Cities Rapid Transit Company Building
    • Colonnade Hotel
    • Minnesota State Capitol Mall Historic District
    • State Veterans Services Building

    We are seeking feedback from the community: 

    • What place along the corridor holds special meaning to you and why?
    • What features on the street help tell the story of downtown’s history? 

    Take our online survey to let the team know your priorities

    Project Goals

    Graphic showing the Wabasha CCB Extension project goals.

    Project Documents