City of Mitchell - S.D. Highway 37 - From Main Street to National Guard Road

Project Summary:
The project will be regraded with new concrete and asphalt surfacing. The bridge over the Lake Mitchell Spillway will be removed and reconstructed. There will also be a shared-use path constructed to create a safer way for pedestrians and bicyclists to access Lake Mitchell and Kibbee Park.
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Project Timeline:
Beginning in early April 2024, the portion of the project from 1000 feet south of the Lake Mitchell Spillway Bridge to National Guard Road will be constructed. This work is tentatively scheduled to be completed by Nov. 15, 2024.
In 2025, the south portion of the project will be constructed. This is tentatively scheduled between March 31, 2025, and Nov. 14, 2025.
Project Updates:
March 20, 2025 - Press Release:
On Monday, March 24, 2025, construction work will resume on S.D. Highway 37 from the bridge at the Lake Mitchell Spillway through the intersection of Main Street and the S.D. Highway 37 Bypass.
All traffic will be shifted to the northbound lanes during the closure of the southbound lanes, and speed limits will be reduced to 30 mph.
Motorists should be prepared for delays and a 12-foot width restriction through this area. Drivers are asked to be aware of construction workers and equipment and to slow down through the work zone.
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March 7, 2025:
Open House for information on the upcoming construction season.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 12pm-1pm
Mitchell Area DOT Office
1300 W Norway Ave., Mitchell
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Dec. 20, 2024:
Highway 37 northbound lanes north of the water plant are complete as well as southbound lanes north of the bridge. All work will be suspended until next Spring.
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April 19, 2024 Video Update:
Project Photos and Video:
Project Contract Amount:
$32.3 Million
Project Contacts:
SDDOT:605-995-8120
Mitchell Area Office:
605-995-8120
Contractor:
Michels Road and Stone Inc.
David Kalenga Kasongo
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