Sherwood Force Main Replacement project

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A location map. Park Ridge Drive West is highlighted between Hopkins Crossroad on the west and Live Oak Drive on the East.

Project Summary

The City of Minnetonka will complete sanitary sew improvements along Park Ridge Drive West and Live Oak Drive, west of Hopkins Crossroad. This project replaces a 53-year-old sewer force main from Sherwood Lift Station to the new force main that was installed at Live Oak Drive and Hopkins Crossroad in 2025.

Project schedule

Construction is scheduled to begin on or around Monday, Aug. 17 and will last approximately 8-10 weeks.

Detailed information regarding construction will be communicated on this project website and via email updates.

Traffic impacts

During construction, Live Oak Drive will be closed between Lakeview Lane West and Park Ridge Drive West to stage contractor equipment and materials.

Park Ridge Drive West and Live Oak Drive east of the closure will remain open to traffic. Access to driveways will be available, with the exception of short closures for pipe connections.

Follow construction signs and watch for traffic pattern changes. Drive carefully and expect delays.

Will I be assessed?

No. The City of Minnetonka does not assess for these improvements. The project is funded through the city's Utility Fund.

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Project Summary

The City of Minnetonka will complete sanitary sew improvements along Park Ridge Drive West and Live Oak Drive, west of Hopkins Crossroad. This project replaces a 53-year-old sewer force main from Sherwood Lift Station to the new force main that was installed at Live Oak Drive and Hopkins Crossroad in 2025.

Project schedule

Construction is scheduled to begin on or around Monday, Aug. 17 and will last approximately 8-10 weeks.

Detailed information regarding construction will be communicated on this project website and via email updates.

Traffic impacts

During construction, Live Oak Drive will be closed between Lakeview Lane West and Park Ridge Drive West to stage contractor equipment and materials.

Park Ridge Drive West and Live Oak Drive east of the closure will remain open to traffic. Access to driveways will be available, with the exception of short closures for pipe connections.

Follow construction signs and watch for traffic pattern changes. Drive carefully and expect delays.

Will I be assessed?

No. The City of Minnetonka does not assess for these improvements. The project is funded through the city's Utility Fund.

See project updates, including closures, below. Subscribe for updates to stay informed.

  • Cleaning and televising completed

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    This week’s progress included:

    • Pipe cleaning and televising completed
    • Force main lining began

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Force main lining will continue for approximately one week

    This week’s progress included:

    • Pipe cleaning and televising completed
    • Force main lining began

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Force main lining will continue for approximately one week

  • Pipe cleaning and televising underway

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    This week’s progress included:

    • Force main pipe removals complete
    • Pipe cleaning and televising have begun

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Pipe cleaning and televising will continue
    • Force main lining will begin

    This week’s progress included:

    • Force main pipe removals complete
    • Pipe cleaning and televising have begun

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Pipe cleaning and televising will continue
    • Force main lining will begin

  • Force main pipe removals begin next week

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    This week’s progress included:

    • Temporary bypass connected
    • Excavation of pits complete

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Force main pipe removals at pit locations will begin
    • Pipe cleaning will begin
    • Televising of pipe will begin

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

    This week’s progress included:

    • Temporary bypass connected
    • Excavation of pits complete

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Force main pipe removals at pit locations will begin
    • Pipe cleaning will begin
    • Televising of pipe will begin

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

  • Temporary bypass connections next week

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    This week’s progress included:

    • The Live Oak Drive road closure and detour were installed
    • Temporary bypass was prepared
    • Utility locating began
    • Excavation for lining pits began
    • Hydrant installation

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Connection of temporary bypass
    • Excavation for lining pits will continue

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

    This week’s progress included:

    • The Live Oak Drive road closure and detour were installed
    • Temporary bypass was prepared
    • Utility locating began
    • Excavation for lining pits began
    • Hydrant installation

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Connection of temporary bypass
    • Excavation for lining pits will continue

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

  • Phase two begins Aug. 17

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    Work will begin on phase two of the Sherwood Force Main Replacement project on Aug.17, 2026.

    Road closure begins Aug. 17, 2026. Please follow the posted detour.

    Live Oak Drive will be closed between Lakeview Lane West and Park Ridge Drive West to stage contractor equipment and operations. This closure will last the duration of the project.

    Activities will include:

    • Traffic control setup
    • Sewer bypass installation
    • Excavation pits for lining

    Please watch for traffic control changes and shifting traffic patterns.

    Work will begin on phase two of the Sherwood Force Main Replacement project on Aug.17, 2026.

    Road closure begins Aug. 17, 2026. Please follow the posted detour.

    Live Oak Drive will be closed between Lakeview Lane West and Park Ridge Drive West to stage contractor equipment and operations. This closure will last the duration of the project.

    Activities will include:

    • Traffic control setup
    • Sewer bypass installation
    • Excavation pits for lining

    Please watch for traffic control changes and shifting traffic patterns.

  • Private utility operations begin next week

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    CenterPoint Energy will begin replacement of gas main beginning next week prior to the start of phase two of the Sherwood Force Main project. This private utility project is expected to last two weeks. For more information, contact CenterPoint Energy at 612-542-6198.

    CenterPoint Energy will begin replacement of gas main beginning next week prior to the start of phase two of the Sherwood Force Main project. This private utility project is expected to last two weeks. For more information, contact CenterPoint Energy at 612-542-6198.

  • Timberline Road closure at Hopkins Crossroad

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    Timberline Road will be closed at Hopkins Crossroad on Tuesday, July 22 for one day as crews perform maintenance on a manhole in the area. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.

    Timberline Road will be closed at Hopkins Crossroad on Tuesday, July 22 for one day as crews perform maintenance on a manhole in the area. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.

  • June 6, project update

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    Live Oak Drive Closure

    Live Oak Drive will open today, Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.

    This week’s progress:

    • Pipe passed all testing
    • Pipe connections were made
    • Roadway prepared for pavement


    Next week’s activities include:

    • Curb and gutter patching
    • Pavement patching


    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

    Live Oak Drive Closure

    Live Oak Drive will open today, Friday, June 6. Thank you for your patience.

    This week’s progress:

    • Pipe passed all testing
    • Pipe connections were made
    • Roadway prepared for pavement


    Next week’s activities include:

    • Curb and gutter patching
    • Pavement patching


    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

  • May 30, project update

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    Live Oak Drive closure: Live Oak Drive is scheduled to reopen on June 6. Thank you for your patience.

    This week’s progress:

    • Completed utility locating
    • Installed sanitary sewer pipe

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Pipe testing
    • Complete pipe connections
    • Prepare roadway for pavement patching

    Live Oak Drive closure: Live Oak Drive is scheduled to reopen on June 6. Thank you for your patience.

    This week’s progress:

    • Completed utility locating
    • Installed sanitary sewer pipe

    Next week’s activities include:

    • Pipe testing
    • Complete pipe connections
    • Prepare roadway for pavement patching

  • May 23 Update: Live Oak Drive closure extended

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    Due to wet weather and difficulty locating existing utilities, the Live Oak Drive closure will be extended one additional week to Friday, June 6. We apologize for the continued inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

    Please use Timberline Road to access the Sherwood Forest Neighborhood.

    Next week, crews will:

    • Locate existing utilities
    • Install sanitary sewer pipe
    • Install water main pipe

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

    Due to wet weather and difficulty locating existing utilities, the Live Oak Drive closure will be extended one additional week to Friday, June 6. We apologize for the continued inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

    Please use Timberline Road to access the Sherwood Forest Neighborhood.

    Next week, crews will:

    • Locate existing utilities
    • Install sanitary sewer pipe
    • Install water main pipe

    Please be aware of traffic control changes and watch for changing traffic patterns.

Page last updated: 18 Sep 2026, 01:08 PM