Moorhead Considers Safety Upgrades at Deadly Intersection

City seeks public input on options to improve safety at 40th Ave and 14th St after child fatality

Jan. 28, 2026 at 5:55pm

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The City of Moorhead, Minnesota is exploring potential traffic changes and safety improvements at the intersection of 40th Avenue South and 14th Street after a 9-year-old boy was killed in a collision with a city truck while riding his bike last July. The intersection, which connects neighborhoods, a school, and a church, has seen previous pedestrian incidents and is due for roadway upgrades. The city is considering options like removing right turn lanes, adding flashing lights, or converting to a roundabout, and is asking for public feedback on the proposals.

Why it matters

This deadly incident has heightened community concerns about safety at the busy intersection, prompting the city to prioritize upgrades. Improving pedestrian and cyclist safety at high-traffic areas near schools is crucial to protect vulnerable road users, especially in the wake of a tragic loss.

The details

The intersection of 40th Avenue South and 14th Street in Moorhead has been the site of previous pedestrian incidents and near-misses. With the roadway over 20 years old, the city is planning upgrades this year. Options being considered include removing right turn lanes and adding button-activated flashing lights, or converting the intersection to a roundabout. However, there are some concerns about how pedestrians would navigate a roundabout.

  • In July 2025, 9-year-old Adam Amin was killed after being struck by a city truck while riding his bike through the intersection.
  • The city is planning roadway upgrades at the intersection for 2026.

The players

Tom Trowbridge

City Engineer for the City of Moorhead.

Kaylee Morken

A Moorhead resident and parent who believes the intersection should have prompted proactive safety measures due to its proximity to a school.

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What they’re saying

“There were incidents where pedestrians were hit or near misses that really heightened the attention on the corridor. Timing worked at least well with what we're planning for roadway improvements. Since the road is over 20-years-old, it's due for some work.”

— Tom Trowbridge, City Engineer

“The school is right there and it gets so busy especially before school and after school. I do think they are quick to move especially after the incident happened. I wish the incident didn't happen.”

— Kaylee Morken, Moorhead Resident

What’s next

The city is seeking public input on the proposed safety improvements at the intersection of 40th Avenue South and 14th Street. A decision on the final upgrades is expected in the coming months.

The takeaway

This tragic incident has spurred the City of Moorhead to prioritize safety upgrades at a dangerous intersection near a school, highlighting the importance of proactive measures to protect vulnerable road users. The community's input will help shape the final solution to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety at this high-traffic area.