December 03, 2025
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$7.35M deal for Lake Elmo–Hwy 36 interchange land

Washington County and a church reached a $7.35 million agreement for property needed to build the Lake Elmo Avenue–Minnesota 36 interchange in Lake Elmo. The pact clears a key right‑of‑way hurdle for the east‑metro highway project as the county advances design and land acquisition.

Transit & Infrastructure Local Government

📌 Key Facts

  • Parties: Washington County and a church property owner
  • Amount: $7.35 million compensation package
  • Location/Project: Lake Elmo Avenue (CR 17) and MN‑36 interchange in Lake Elmo, Washington County