By Kelli Latuska
The City of Duluth will begin rock removal for the Sixth Avenue East extension project through controlled blasting on Tuesday, June 25, between East First Street and East Second Street. The blasting schedule and warning schedule is as follows:
Blasting Schedule
Start Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Duration: Approximately 2 weeks
Blast Times: Monday through Friday at noon and 4 p.m.
Residents and businesses in the vicinity of Sixth Avenue East are advised to be aware of the following expected warnings:
. 5 minutes before blast: Warning signal is a 1-minute series of long air horn blasts
. 1 minute before blast: Blasting signal is a 1-minute series of short air horn blasts
. After blast: All-clear signal is a prolonged horn blast following inspection of blast area
The City of Duluth is committed to ensuring the safety of the community and ensuring minimal disruption during this necessary construction activity. The blasts are scheduled for specific times to allow residents and businesses to prepare and take necessary precautions.
The blast area surrounding the blast site will be secured, and access will be restricted during the blasting times. Each blasting area will be covered with mats and tires so there is no flying rock. Noise and vibrations from the blasts are expected but will be closely monitored by sensors around the site to stay within safe limits.
The City of Duluth appreciates the community’s cooperation and understanding during the work on this important infrastructure project. These efforts are essential for improving the City's infrastructure and ensuring long-term benefits for our residents and businesses. – City of Duluth press release
Kitchi Gammi Park/Brighton Beach temporary closure
By Kelli Latuska
The City of Duluth will temporarily close Brighton Beach/Kitchi Gammi Park to the public from Friday until Sunday. The closure will include the portion of the Lakewalk that runs through the park.
The extensive rain has made the already delicate turf and landscaping that is establishing after recent park and shoreline improvements more vulnerable to damage, and a temporary closure is necessary to protect the park’s natural resources.
On Monday, June 24, contractors will begin construction of the road through Brighton Beach. While the park will reopen to pedestrian access along the Lakewalk, users should expect heavy equipment and operators throughout the park through this phase of the project. Construction is expected to last through September 2024. Park users are asked to stick to paved and natural surface paths once the park reopens on Monday, June 24 in order to limit damage to the park’s vulnerable turf and plantings.
The City of Duluth’s Parks and Recreation division thanks the public for their cooperation during the temporary closure and final construction phase.
