 The busy thoroughfare to and from downtown St. Paul has been closed since June 23 as the river climbed to its eighth-highest crest on record. It's since receded below flood stage. City and county crews have been working to clear debris and inspect the roadway. By the time Shepherd and Warner roads reopen, the closure will have lasted about three and a half weeks. In 2019, the roads were closed for nearly seven weeks due to river flooding.