Infrastructure Project Phase 1

To help keep residents and business owners informed, the City will post weekly construction updates as they become available. These updates will include information about the current schedule, upcoming work, and other items related to the project.

Now that the majority of the street project has been completed, weekly construction updates will no longer be provided. Any new information or notices regarding the water tower construction and remaining project work will be posted below as they are received.

Key Notes

• The public is urged to use caution throughout this construction season and to stay clear of all construction equipment & areas being actively worked on.
• Please use caution when driving on the roads of the project. Not all roads will be passable with all vehicles at all times. Use caution when roads are muddy due to rain. 
• There may be times of temporary water shut downs as the contractor is working on temporary hook-ups and main installations.
• Once the concrete is poured, it needs 7 days of cure time before any traffic is allowed on it. Please refrain from driving on any curb and gutter or driveways until after this time frame. Concrete can be walked on after 24 hours.

Project Contacts • Please utilize the following contacts for any Immediate Assistance, questions or concerns:

• Ben Roehl | 320-260-0927 | Lead Resident Project Representative
• Amber Muir | 701-200-4373 | Construction Administration
• Josiah Rostad | 218-770-1608 | Signing Engineer

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

Residents and Businesses are encouraged to check back regularly for the latest project information

October 13, 2026
Water Tower Update •Work on the water tower foundation is continuing. The contractor began forming and pouring the foundation footing pad on October 5th, with that portion of the project approximately 50% complete as of the latest schedule update.

The next steps include:

• October 12–30: Forming and pouring the foundation walls.
• November 2–13: Removing the forms and backfilling around the foundation.
• Following completion: Site cleanup and removal of construction equipment.
• Winter Months: The water tower will be fabricated off-site over the winter.

These dates are tentative and may change depending on weather conditions and construction progress.

September 29, 2026
Water Tower Update •Last week, Eagle Construction began excavation for the water tower foundation and started installing the rock base for the footings. Due to the high water table and recent rainfall, the soil was not providing the required bearing pressure, so the rock was removed to allow the soil to dry while groundwater is pumped from the foundation area.

Eagle Construction is expected to return to the site Wednesday. The groundwater has been tested and is not contaminated and can safely be discharged to the storm sewer.

September 2, 2026
Weekly Update •The contractor will be paving the roads this week.  
Looking Ahead • The contractor will be spreading topsoil and seeding next week.

Water Tower Update •The contractor will be completing soil remediation and will continue working on the sanitary sewer and water lines.

August 25, 2026
Weekly Update •The contractor will be working on the remaining concrete curb and gutter and driveways.  
Looking Ahead • The paving contractor is scheduled to begin paving the week of August 31st.

Water Tower Update •The contractor will be completing soil remediation before continuing work on the sanitary sewer and water lines.

August 18, 2026
Weekly Update •The contractor will be continue working on restoring the project area and preparing for concrete and paving work. 
Looking Ahead •The contractor will be working on the sub-cut on Pacific Avenue. There will be another crew working on the remaining concrete curb and gutter and driveways. The paving contractor is scheduled to begin paving the week of August 31st.

Water Tower Update •The contractor will be completing soil remediation before continuing work on the sanitary sewer and water lines.

Phase 1 Project Construction Location

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