Dakota County and the City of Inver Grove Heights are designing concepts for the extension of Argenta Boulevard (County Road 63) and new interchange at Interstate 494.
This study was recommended as part of the Regional Roadway System Visioning Study Update (2022). This provided an updated transportation vision for northeast Eagan and northwest Inver Grove Heights.
Link to Dakota County - Argenta Boulevard and Interstate 494 Interchange
Project overview
Dakota County and Inver Grove Heights are developing design concepts to support future development of this area. Outcomes of the study will include:
- Design concepts for the future Argenta Boulevard (County Road 63) extension, the Argenta Boulevard (County Road 63)/I-494 interchange, and the future supporting roadway network
- Right-of-way needs for the extension of Argenta Boulevard (County Road 63) and the interchange at I-494
Provide input
Public open house #2 – February 5, 2026
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Community Center
8055 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights
The open house materials and opportunities to provide comments will be posted on this site. Please continue to visit this site for updates on the study.
Tentative project timeline
- Winter–spring 2025: Data gathering and traffic study
- Summer 2025: Concept development
- Fall 2025: Right-of-way footprint
We are a small community proud of our heritage and committed to the preservation of our pristine, rural character. We cherish our privacy, yet know we are part of a thriving Dakota County and the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area. With these partnerships in mind, we strive to preserve that unique spirit which is Sunfish Lake, Minnesota.