MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — Mitchell’s first roundabout opened to traffic Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, following a 4 p.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony at West 23rd Avenue and North Ohlman Street.
Mayor Jordan Hanson and members of the Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce attended the ceremony, marking the opening of the new intersection after months of construction.
The Mitchell Police Department officially christened the roundabout by becoming the first to drive around it. The Mitchell Fire Department also drove through, while cars lined up as motorists waited for their first trip through the intersection.
Construction began in May as part of the larger North Ohlman Street improvement project. By August, concrete work had outlined the roundabout, with paving, road markings and sidewalks following as construction progressed.
From Planning to Opening
Mitchell Now’s previous coverage follows the project from initial discussions to Friday’s opening:
- September 2025: The City Council considered the proposed roundabout and later approved moving forward with design work.
- August 2026: Construction photos showed the roundabout taking shape.
- October 2026: Paving and sidewalk work brought the intersection closer to completion.
- Opening announcement: The city announced the Oct. 30 ribbon cutting and plans to open immediately afterward.