September 19, 2025
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St. Paul's West 7th Street reopens after sinkhole

The City of St. Paul reopened West 7th Street on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, after a sinkhole forced a four-month closure. The restoration of the major corridor resumes normal traffic flow along a key route connecting downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.

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Key Facts

  • West 7th Street in St. Paul reopened on Sept. 19, 2025.
  • The roadway had been closed for about four months due to a sinkhole.
  • The corridor is a major thoroughfare linking downtown St. Paul and the West 7th area.

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West 7th Street reopened after sinkhole closed thoroughfare for four months
Twincities by Kristi Miller September 19, 2025
  • West 7th Street in St. Paul reopened on Sept. 19, 2025.
  • The roadway had been closed for about four months due to a sinkhole.
  • The corridor is a major thoroughfare linking downtown St. Paul and the West 7th area.