CSAH 28 (MN 30 to CSAH 21) AND BEAVER LAKE PARK IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT SUMMARY:
Located approximately 2 miles west of Ellendale, Minnesota, Steele County Road 28 is set to be under construction. The following are proposed improvements:
CSAH 28 ROADWAY Alignments
- Relocate a segment of CSAH 28 east of its current alignment
- Realignment extends roughly between South Beaver Lake Road and North Beaver Lake Road
- Adjust roadway geometry to improve safety and accommodate park improvements
Beaver Lake Park Improvements
- Construction of a new boat launch (relocated south)
- Development of a new parking lot between the roadway and the lake
- Reconfiguration of park access layout to better separate vehicles, trailers, and recreation users
Trail and Access Enhancements
- Inclusion of a trail connection element tied to regional recreation funding
- Improved pedestrian and recreational circulation within the park area
- Creation of new pickleball courts
PROJECT CONTACTS
Steele County, Minnesota
Jake Rezac, P.E.
County Engineer
(507) 444-7672
WHKS
Brandyn Chezick, P.E.
Project Engineer
(507) 288-3923
PROJECT CONCEPT RENDERING
GENERAL INFO
- Anticipate delays while driving within the project area and accessing driveways.
- CSAH 28 will be closed to through traffic during select stages of construction.
- Traffic control signage will be placed along the corridor to notify the public of road closures and access to open park amenities.
| Construction Staging Schedule | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Stage | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 |
| Est. Completion Date | 12/31/2026 | 7/3/2027 | 8/31/2027 | 8/31/2027 | 10/16/2027 |
| Project Amenity | Access to Amenity | ||||
| CSAH 28 roadway | Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Open |
| Boat Launch | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Fishing Pier | Open | Closed | Open | Open | Open |
| Beach | Open | Closed | Open | Open | Open |
| Parking Lot | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Volleyball Court | Open | Closed | Closed | Open | Open |
| Pickleball Court | – | – | – | Open | Open |
| Playground | Open | Open | Open | Open | Open |
| Bathhouse | Open | Open | Closed | Open | Open |
Note: Estimated Completion dates are subject to change due to weather or other issues.
COSTRUCTION UPDATES
October 13, 2026 UPDATE
Construction is anticipated to start on November 2026. An Open House will be held on October 26, 2026 from 5:30-7pm at the Steele County Administration Building. Project staff will be available to answer questions relating to the construction process and its impacts on adjacent property owners and park users.
PROJECT PICTURES
Prior to Construction:
