SDDOT Seeks Public Input for Northshore Drive Realignment Project in North Sioux City

For Immediate Release:
Thursday, April 3, 2025

Contact:
Paula Huizenga, Project Manager, 605-773-6253

NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. (CT) at the North Sioux City Community Center, located at 205 Sodrac Dr. The purpose of this public meeting open house is to discuss and receive public input on the environmental assessment and section 4(f) evaluation for the Northshore Drive realignment project.

The public meeting will be informal, with one-on-one discussions with staff. SDDOT and consultant staff will be available with displays to discuss the proposed project and to answer questions. During this meeting, the public may also provide written comment. Area residents, business owners, and daily commuters are encouraged to attend and participate in the public meeting. This project is being developed in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. A copy of the environmental assessment will also be available at the City Hall located in North Sioux City at 504 River Dr., North Sioux City, SD 57049.

For those who cannot attend the public meeting, or desire additional information on the overall study, information is available online at https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/environmental/environmental-assessments/#northshore. The website also allows for the submission of written comments. Written comments will be accepted until Friday, May 2, 2025.

Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator (605-773-3540) two business days prior to the meeting in order to ensure accommodations are available. For any in-person meeting, notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that the meeting is being held in a physically accessible location.

For more information, contact Paula Huizenga, Project Manager at 605-773-6253 or via email at paula.huizenga@state.sd.us or contact Chad Huwe, Stockwell Engineers at 605-338-6668 or via email at chuwe@stockwellengineers.com.

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