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HARDWOOD CREEK REGIONAL TRAIL MASTER PLAN TRAIL SEGMENT #8 DETAIL DESCRIPTION AND !ALIGNMENT INFORMATION (1 OF 2) SEGMENT DESCRIPTION / OVERALL CHARACTER Heading south through Hugo, the Hardwood Creek Regional Trail trail continues along the abandoned rail corridor. As the aerial illustrates, the trail continues through a rural area with a pleasant aesthetic, especially on the northern end. On the southern end, some commercial land uses are found along the trail, with the majority of these being screened from the trail with fencing and vegetation. The at -grade crossing of County Road 4 will be improved as part the development of a roundabout associated with Highway 61 improvements, as previously referenced on page 4. An at -grade crossing is also encountered at 165th Street. In each of these cases, the City and County will coordinate roadway markings and signage treatments consistent with MN DNR and Mn/DOT standards — which may change as these roads are upgraded over time. DEVELOPMENT ISSUES, CONSTRAINTS AND ENHANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES There are no significant development issues related to the trail itself along this segment. As shown on the aerial image, the City of Hugo's trail system plan includes a local trail connection to the regional trail near County Road 4, which is also where the: Glacial Hills Regional Trail makes its connection coming from the west. Both the regional and local trail connections are appropriate and desirable. RIGHT-OF-WAY AND PRIVATE PROPERTY FACTORS Since the trail already exists, there are no right-of-way issues of significance along this segment. There are also no apparent private property encroachment issues either. County Road 4. Washmgton �C"rurxty Looking north at the Street, which is more County Road 4. (Above) The intersection of Highway 61 and County Road 4 is slatedfor an upgrade, which will include a roundabout and enhanced trail crossing features/markings. -- 42