Our Second Home on West Lake Minnetonka
Mound holds a special place for Lifecycle Outdoor Services — it is where our second Google Business Profile is located, and for good reason. With a population of about 9,500, Mound has one of the highest concentrations of lakefront properties on the western end of Lake Minnetonka, from Lost Lake and Jennings Bay to the Surfside neighborhood and Dutch Lake.
We completed a major shoreline and hillside stabilization project in Mound that stands as one of the largest in our portfolio, valued between $195,000 and $245,000. The property had a failing and hazardous lakeside slope — overgrown with weeds, rotting timber steps, failing retaining walls, rotten stumps, and large eroded gullies that made lake access dangerous. The homeowner had struggled for years to find a contractor willing to tackle the entire scope.
We delivered a design concept within one week, then executed the full build: an engineered County Materials smooth-faced block retaining wall, a large staircase for safe lake access, and a strategic planting and boulder outcropping system for long-term hillside stabilization. The project went from concept to completion in 45 days.
Mound is about 12 minutes from our Shorewood headquarters. We serve every neighborhood from the Surfside area along the lakeshore to the interior streets near Lost Lake Park and the commercial district along Commerce Boulevard. The hilly terrain west of Lake Minnetonka makes retaining wall and erosion control work especially critical here — almost every lakefront property in Mound has some form of slope management challenge.
Shoreline & Hillside Stabilization — $195K-$245K
Engineered smooth-faced block retaining wall, large staircase, and boulder outcropping system. 45-day concept to installation.
Mound, MN
Common Questions from Mound Homeowners
Shoreline stabilization projects in Mound range widely based on scope. Smaller riprap projects start around $26,000-$35,000, while comprehensive hillside stabilization with engineered retaining walls, staircases, and boulder systems can reach $195,000-$245,000. The cost depends on the length of shoreline, severity of erosion, height of the slope, and access conditions. We provide detailed, itemized quotes after an on-site evaluation.
Yes. We maintain a second Google Business Profile in Mound to serve West Lake Minnetonka homeowners more effectively. Our primary headquarters is in Shorewood, about 12 minutes away. Having a local presence in Mound means we are deeply familiar with the area's terrain, permitting requirements, and the specific challenges that West Lake Minnetonka properties face.
Mound's topography features steep slopes descending from residential streets to the lake. Over decades, these slopes erode due to spring snowmelt runoff, rain, ice heaving, and the natural settling of older retaining structures like timber walls. Once erosion gullies form, they accelerate water channeling and the problem compounds quickly. Proper engineering with retaining walls, drainage management, and strategic plantings stops the cycle permanently.
Absolutely. Lake access staircases are one of our specialties. We build them using poured concrete, natural stone, or block materials depending on the aesthetic and grade. Our Mound project included a large staircase integrated with the retaining wall system, providing safe and attractive access from the home to the lake.
Our Mound hillside stabilization went from design concept to completed installation in 45 days. Larger projects with multiple retaining wall tiers and complex grading typically take 4-8 weeks of active construction, plus 4-8 weeks for permitting beforehand. We provide a detailed timeline during the proposal phase so you know exactly what to expect.
Your Mound Landscape Project Starts Here
Schedule your free on-site consultation. We will evaluate your property, discuss your vision, and provide a detailed quote — typically within one week.