2026 Construction Updates

Thank you for continuing to support our businesses, retailers, restaurants, artists, and neighbors on Ingersoll & Grand through construction season. Utilize this page to find the most up-to-date information regarding construction projects on our corridor.

UPDATED OCTOBER 2:

Work performed in the last 7 days:  Additional sidewalks and planter boxes were poured throughout the corridor. 35th Street was closed for reconstruction.  (The closure is expected to last 2 weeks.)

Work Expected in the next 7 days:

Fire hydrant and water main work will occur at 35th Street.  Paving of the final street surface will occur October 7. Earthwork and paving of sidewalks in front of Caribou Coffee and Windsor Terrace will begin. Stair railings are expected to arrive and be installed in multiple locations.

PROGRESS PHOTO AS OF 10/7/26

Ingersoll Streetscape 

This transformational streetscape project is necessary to keep our district safe and easy to navigate for all modes of transportation, to promote walkability and accessibility for all, to improve stormwater management, to update public utilities for our residents, businesses and property owners – and always, to maintain the beauty and character of our west side neighborhoods. Learn more HERE.

Construction of Phase 5 (31st-35th Street) is anticipated to start in early spring 2026. Learn more about what to expect during Phase 5.

Contact Project Leaders

Have questions or concerns about the project? Don’t hesitate to reach out to one of the contacts below:

Scott Almeida
Kirkham Michael
515-393-4771
salmeida@kirkham.com

Chris Kuhl
City of Des Moines
515-283-4073
ckkuhl@dmgov.org

Lauren Kollauf
The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand
director@theavenuesdsm.com