Streets and Engineering

• How can I find out if there is a special assessment on my property for streets projects?

  Contact the Engineering Division or call 952-949-8315 to find out if your property is assessed.

• How can I identify electric, gas, sewer and water lines before I dig?

  Two days before you dig, contact Gopher State One Call at 651-454-0002.

• How do I apply for a permit to do work in the City's right of way?

  Right-of-Way/Utility Permit information

• How do I report a pothole or street damage?

  

  Report pothole and street damage via EP See Click Fix.

• How do I report a street light in need of repair?

  Most street lights in the City of Eden Prairie are owned and maintained by Xcel Energy and you can report the problem online or by calling Xcel at 800-960-6235.

  You may also report the outage using EP See Click Fix, or call 952-949-8407.

• How do I report a traffic signal that isn't working properly?

  

  Report traffic signal problems via EP See Click Fix, or call 952-949-8407.

• How do I report an obstructed storm drain?

  

  Report an obstructed storm drain via EP See Click Fix.

• How do I request temporary parking/no parking signs?

  Contact the Public Works Department for information about parking sign permit applications, or call 952-949-8407.

• How do I reserve barricades and flashers for block parties?

  Contact the Streets Maintenance Division to obtain barricades and flashers for block parties.

• What are the City's guide specifications for engineering consultants and contractors?

  Guide Specifications for Engineering Consultants and Contractors can be found on the Guide Specifications page of the website.

  For more information, submit an inquiry to the Engineering Division or call 952-949-8407.

• What are the road weight restrictions within the City?

  Road restrictions are typically in effect from March 1 to May 1.

  View current weight restrictions here.

  The City follows MnDOT Seasonal Load Limits, and can issue over-weight permits for special circumstances by calling 952-949-8330.

  In addition, some local roads have year-round weight restrictions which are posted at each end of the restricted section of roadway.

  County roads are limited to 10 tons per axle year-round.

  State highway load limits are determined by MnDOT.

  For more information, contact the Engineering Division or call 952-949-8407.

• What if my property is damaged by a snow plow?

  The City repairs mailboxes and sod that are damaged by physical contact with City-operated plow trucks.

  The City accepts responsibility for properly installed, USPS-compliant mailboxes — if the damage is a result of being physically struck by a plow blade, wing or other piece of City equipment.
  
  The City also repairs irrigation systems and turf or sod that is damaged by snow removal equipment.
  
  Damage must be reported by June 1 each year.

  Report Damaged Mailbox

  Report Damage to Sod or Irrigation System

• When does street sweeping happen?

  Street sweeping occurs annually in the spring.

• Where can I find information about oversize/overweight vehicle permits?

  Submit an inquiry to the Engineering Division for information about oversize/overweight vehicle permits or call 952-949-8407.

• Where can I find information about road construction projects?

  A list of current road construction projects can be found on the Infrastructure Projects page of the website.

  You may also contact the Engineering Division at 952-949-8407.

• Who handles snow removal on sidewalks and trails?

  The Park Maintenance Division is responsible for keeping sidewalks and trails free of snow.

  Visit edenprairiemn.gov/Snow to learn more about snow removal on City streets.

  For more information, contact the Parks Maintenance Division.

• Who handles snow removal on streets?

  The City plows all streets in Eden Prairie, with the exception of state highways, county roads and private streets with neighborhood associations.

  Visit edenprairiemn.gov/Snow for more information.