SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — A part of the South Veterans Parkway addition on 95th Street and Western Avenue will open on Friday, August 9, 2024 just in time for school.
Construction on the South Veterans Parkway section between Western and Cliff Avenues began in June 2023 and will continue through 2024. Construction of the southern portion of Veterans Parkway will occur in segments with each segment taking about two years to complete.
The city said in a news release that the roundabout was chosen for the 95th Street and Western Avenue intersection because of its vehicle and pedestrian safety enhancements and improved traffic flow.
“Roundabouts are a great tool for traffic engineering, as they keep vehicles and people moving in a safer and more efficient manner,” said Mike Heiberger, Principal Engineer for the City of Sioux Falls in a press release. “The roundabout is a win for the neighborhood, especially with the heavy pedestrian traffic that comes from the nearby schools.
The roundabout is located next to Harrisburg North Middle School and Endeavor Elementary School. The school year begins on August 20.
Western Avenue from south of 95th Street to Lincoln County Highway 106 will remain closed until later this year as construction of the intersection at Western Avenue and South Veterans Parkway continues.
