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Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

Highway 95

Franconia Township

About this project

Highway 95 at Highway 26 and Shamrock Lane and Highway 95 at Highway 243 in Franconia Township project locations map

Hwy 95 project locations map.

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Starting in spring 2026, Hwy 95 in Franconia Township will undergo safety improvements. Work at two intersections will improve safety by constructing dedicated left and right turn lanes on Hwy 95, realigning Co. Rd. 26/Pleasant Valley Rd. and constructing a roundabout at Hwy 95 at Hwy 243/260th St.

Summary of work

  • Construct left turn lanes on Hwy 95 at Shamrock Ln. and Hwy 26
  • Realign Hwy 26 north to improve turning sight distances
  • Construct single lane roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 95 and Hwy 243/260th St.
  • Reconstruct existing shoulders
  • Build a treatment pond & drainage infrastructure along Hwy 95 at Hwy 26/Pleasant Valley Rd. and Shamrock Ln.
  • Resurface roadway at the intersection of Hwy 95 and Hwy 243/260th St.
  • Upgrade drainage at the intersection of Hwy 95 and Hwy 243/260th St.

Traffic impacts

All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent. Local access will be maintained throughout construction.

Upcoming

Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available. Motorists can expect lane and road closures with detours during construction.