Construction projects, plans, and studies
Updated Jan. 15, 2021
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Hwys 1–9
Hwy 1 — Thief River Falls resurfacing
Resurface Hwy 1 between Hwy 219 and Pennington County Road 18
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwys 1, 53 and 73 — Itasca and St. Louis counties
Resurface Hwy 1 from Hwy 65 to Hwy 53 and on Hwy 73 from Hwy 1 to Hwy 53 and intersection improvement at County Road 115/Ashawa Road north junction Hwy 1 in Itasca and St. Louis counties
- Construction dates: July to October 2020, and May to October 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures
Hwy 2 — Itasca
Repave 19 miles of Hwy 2 from Prairie River to two miles east of Hwy 65
- Construction scheduled for 2021
Hwy 2 — Saginaw
Construct a roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 2 and Hwy 194 in Saginaw
- Construction scheduled for 2023
Hwy 2 — Cass Lake
Grade and resurface Hwy 2 East of Cass Lake to Cass County road 10.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 2 — East Grand Forks
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 2 — Marcoux Corner
A Reduced Conflict Intersection (RCI) is scheduled to be constructed on Hwy 2 at the intersection with Hwy 32 near Marcoux Corner.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 2 Corridor Study — Fosston
The City of Fosston is conducting a corridor study to evaluate the transportation and pedestrian needs of Highway 2 in Fosston.
- 2020-2021
Hwy 3/Robert Street — Saint Paul
Repair Robert Street Bridge over the Mississippi River.
- Construction dates: 2020-2026. Preventative maintenance began summer 2020.
Hwy 4 — Meire Grove
Reconstruct and improve pedestrian access from Second Avenue South to Second Avenue North in Meire Grove, Stearns County.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 5 and Hwy 61 — St. Paul to Maplewood
Safety and accessibility improvements are needed on Hwy 5 and Hwy 61 in St. Paul and Maplewood. Project work includes repaving, sidewalk repairs, and accessibility updates to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023-2025
Hwy 7 — Safety Study
Complete a safety study of Hwy 7 from just east of Hutchinson to County Road 9 in Lester Prairie.
- Construction dates: Summer 2020 through spring 2021
Hwy 7 — Minnetonka
Add a second left turn from Hwy 7 to Hopkins Crossroad and replace traffic signal.
- Construction: May through September 2021
Hwy 7 — Minnetonka to Shorewood
Repaving Hwy 7 and several other improvements.
- Construction: May through September 2021
- Traffic impacts: Road and lane closures
Hwy 8 — Chisago City
Hwy 8 in Chisago City will undergo a safety improvement. The project work will improve safety by constructing a dedicated left turn lane on Hwy 8 at Deer Garden Lane.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 8 — Chisago County
Safety and Mobility Improvement study to identified potential needs on Hwy 8 between I-35 and County Road 80 in Chisago County.
- Studying preliminary design
Hwy 8 — Wyoming and Chisago City
Study identified possible future improvements to the Hwy 8 Corridor between Greenway Avenue North and Karmel Avenue.
- Study completed; no projects have been funded or are currently planned
Hwy 9 — Barnesville to I- 94
Resurfacing, turn lanes, utility replacement, sidewalk improvements, trail, bicycle & ADA accessibility upgrades.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 9 — New London
Addition of safety improvements for people who walk and bike
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwys 10–19
Hwy 10 at Thurston Ave., Fairoak Ave. and Main St. — Anoka
Construct new interchange at Thurston Avenue, build underpass at Fairoak Avenue and extend West Main Street; Remove all Hwy 10 access in project area.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021-2022
Hwy 10 — Anoka and Ramsey
Corridor study identified needs
- Study complete; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 10 — Anoka Rum River Bridge replacement
Replace Hwy 10 bridge over the Rum River; Additional funding being sought to reconstruct Ferry Street (Hwy 47/Hwy 169) interchange and build auxiliary lanes from Ferry Street to Seventh Avenue.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 10 — Coon Rapids
Replace signal system, realign northbound Round Lake Boulevard to eastbound Hwy 10 ramp, repair bridges and resurface approach roads.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 10 — Elk River
Reconstruct and improve Hwy 10 from Xenia Avenue to Fourth Street Northwest in Elk River, includes pedestrian sidewalks/trails and signal system upgrades.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 10 — Elk River project study
Upgrade to a freeway system
- Study completed 2012; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 10 and Hwy 75 — Moorhead
Reconstruct Hwy10 and Hwy 75 in downtown Moorhead
- Scheduled for construction in 2025
Hwy 10 and I-94 — Mississippi River crossings feasibility analysis between Brooklyn Park and Elk River
Update previously conducted studies, re-engage the cities and counties, and understand the need increased river crossing capacity.
- Study dates: May 2020 through February 2021
Hwy 10 and Hwy 75 — Moorhead 11th Street underpass
Two grade separations of Hwy 10/75 under the BNSF rail lines, paving, pedestrian accessibility improvements, utility replacements and signals.
- Planning
Hwy 10 — Randall
Improve access and safety on Hwy 10 in Randall, which includes two proposed Reduced Conflict Intersections (RCI) at Morrison Co. Rd. 14 and Hwy 115.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 11 and Hwy 72 — Baudette/Rainy River International Bridge replacement
Replace bridge over the Rainy River
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 12 — Chippewa River, Cottonwood Creek and County Ditch 3 bridge replacements
Replace the bridges at Chippewa River, Cottonwood Creek and County Ditch 3.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 12 — Delano to Independence
Explore options to improve safety on Hwy 12 between Hennepin Co. Rd. 90 in Independence and Co. Line Rd. in Delano.
- Study: February 2021 to February 2022
Hwy 12 — Orono to Independence
Improve safety and reduce crashes along Hwy 12, install a center concrete barrier, and construct a roundabout
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 12 — Ortonville to Hwy 59
Resurface, widen shoulders, improve blowing/drifting snow traps, and replace box culverts.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 12 and Hwy 40 — Willmar Wye Rail Connector & Industrial Access Project
Realign Hwy 12 and reconstruct Hwy 40 to construct a new rail line on the west side of Willmar.
- Construction dates: May 2019 through fall 2022
Hwy 12 — Willmar
Resurfacing of Hwy 12 from Sixth Street East to 24th Street in Willmar
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 12 — West of Willmar
Resurfacing of Hwy 12 from Pennock to the bridge 1 mile east of Country Road 5 in Willmar.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 13 — Savage to Burnsville
Study of Hwy 13 between Hwy 169 in Savage and Nicollet Avenue in Burnsville.
- Study in progress; scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 13 — Spring Lake and Cedar Lake
Resurface and reconstruct road between Hwy 19 in Cedar Lake Township to Hwy 282 in Spring Lake Township and add left turn lanes.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 14 — New Ulm Highland Avenue study
A study is being conducted of the Hwy 14 and Highland Avenue intersection in New Ulm to analyze safety and mobility issues.
- Study in 2020
Hwy 14 — Riverfront Drive in Mankato
Construct two tear drop roundabouts at all exit and entrance ramps along Hwy 14 at Riverfront Drive, along with improvements at the adjacent city and county connections. This is a Blue Earth County led project.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 14 — Sanborn to Springfield
Resurfacing over 8 miles of Hwy 14 from the west side of the Sanborn Four Corners intersection to the eastern city limits of Springfield.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 14 — New Ulm to Nicollet four-lane expansion
Construct a four-lane divided highway from New Ulm to Nicollet (12.5-mile segment) and bypass the city of Courtland
- Scheduled for construction in 2022-2023
Hwy 14/County Road 56 — Eagle Lake
Improve safety at the Hwy 14/County Road 56 intersection.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 15 — Kimball
Reconstruct Hwy 15 from Willow Creek Park, south of the railroad tracks, to Hwy 55 in Kimball, Stearns County, includes pedestrian sidewalks and city utilities
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 19 — Cannon Falls repaving
Repaving, possible replacement of the traffic signal at the intersection of Hwy 19 and Hwy 20 along with ADA sidewalk improvements.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 19 — New Prague
Reconstruct Hwy 19 in downtown New Prague (city-led project)
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 19 and College Drive — Marshall
Reconstruction of Hwy 19/College Drive from Fourth Street to Bruce Street
- Scheduled for construction in 2025
Hwy 19 and Hwy 93 — Henderson
Flood feasibility study to evaluate the bridges and approach roadways over the Minnesota River for Hwy 19, Hwy 93 and Sibley County Road 6.
- Study in progress; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwys 20–29
Hwy 21 and Hwy 282 — Jordan
Replacing two bridges, repaving, adding trail, erosion and drainage repair.
- Construction dates: February through fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: Full closure of Hwy 21 with detours
Hwy 21 — Jordan
Construct a roundabout at Hwy 21 and Sawmill Road/Old Hwy 169 and build trails to connect to existing trails.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 22 — Mapleton to Wells
Resurface Hwy 22 from approximately a quarter of a mile south of Mapleton to the north city limits of Wells, including the Hwy 22/Hwy 109/Faribault County Road 29 intersection
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 22 – Glencoe
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 22 and Hwy 109 – Wells
- Scheduled for construction in 2026
Hwy 23 & Hwy 7 — Clara City
Complete a safety study of the intersection of Hwy 23 and Hwy 7 in Clara City.
Hwy 23 — Deer Creek Bridge
Replace Deer Creek Bridge on Hwy 23 just south of Pleasant Valley in Carlton County
- Construction dates: May 2020 to spring 2021
- Traffic impacts: Bypass
Hwy 23 — Foley to Milaca
Resurface and improve 12.5 miles of road from Foley to Milaca, includes: underground pipes/culverts, intersection turn lanes/access. Reconstruct one mile of road in Foley, includes: storm sewer, pedestrian sidewalk/multi-use trail and new roundabout.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 23 — Fond du Lac
New road connection from Hwy 23 to Fourth Street in Fond du Lac
- Construction dates: September 2020 to spring 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures
Hwy 23 — Gaps
Expand Hwy 23 from two-lanes to four-lanes from New London to Paynesville (South Gap) and Paynesville to Richmond (North Gap).
- North Gap: Scheduled for construction in 2022-2023
- South Gap: Scheduled for construction in 2023-2024
Hwy 23 — Mission Creek highway realignment and bridge replacement
Replace old bridge and realign highway
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 23 and Hwy 10 — St. Cloud interchange
Reconstruct and improve the Hwy 10 and Hwy 23 interchange area in east St. Cloud, Benton County. The project will reconstruct the road surfaces, reconstruct the Hwy 23 bridges over Hwy 10, replace drainage structures, and improve overall motorist and pedestrian safety and access.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 25 — Buffalo
Reconstruct Hwy 25 from south of First Street South to north of Settlers Parkway Buffalo, Wright County, includes city utilities and pedestrian sidewalks and approaches.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 25 — Watertown and Mayer
Resurface Hwy 25 south of County Road 30 in Mayer to State St in Watertown, update drainage and sidewalks to meet current American with Disability Standards (ADA).
- Construction dates: August 2020 through June 2021
Hwy 25 — Mayer and Norwood Young America
Repave Hwy 25 between First Street in Mayer and Hwy 5 in Norwood Young America, repair drainage, improve sidewalks south of First Street in Mayer and make accessibility updates.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 27 — Osakis area
Reconstruct and improve Hwy 27 between I-94 in Douglas County and Hwy 71 in Todd County. The project will replace four bridges, reconstruct and widen the road and improve access.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 29 — Alexandria
Planning study to identify future highway improvements that will enhance traffic performance, mobility and driver satisfaction.
Hwy 29 — Glenwood overpass
Construct bridge over the railroad tracks just north of Glenwood, realign the intersection of Hwy 29 and Hwy 55
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwys 30-39
Hwy 30 — Ellendale
Repave Hwy 30 from 0.28 miles west of Ellendale to 1 mile east of County Road 45
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 33 – Cloquet RCUT
Construct a Restricted Crossing U-turn (RCUT) at the intersection of Hwy 33 and Gillette Road.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 34 — East of County Road 29 to west of Osage
Selective tree logging in right of way, resurface (reclaim), culvert replacements, and bridge replacement at Shell River
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
I-35E — Eagan standalone noise barrier
Construct new 3,500 foot long, 20 foot tall concrete noise barrier near northbound I-35E between the Hwy 77 ramps and just south of Cliff Road in Eagan
- Construction dates: November 2020 through July 2021
- Traffic impacts: Shoulder closures
I-35E — Little Canada to White Bear Lake
Study to develop and evaluate conceptual alternatives for extending MnPASS from Little Canada Road to County Road 96
- Study in progress; the environmental phase for a MnPASS extension project has begun
I-35E and I-94 — Saint Paul concrete rehabilitation project
Concrete pavement repair/resurfacing between Western Avenue and Mounds Boulevard; and on I-35E between I-94 and University Avenue in St. Paul. Resurface ramps and frontage roads, bridge repair, fix drainage and repair various sidewalks and ADA improvements
- Scheduled for construction in 2022-2023; preliminary work begins 2021
I-35W — Burnsville and Bloomington
Reconstruct I-35W bridge over the Minnesota River, replace pavement, add northbound lane
- Construction dates: August 2018 through November 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures and detours
I-35W — Minneapolis
Crews will build six stormwater storage tanks east of northbound I-35W between 40th St. and 42nd St.
- Construction dates: February 2020 through June 2023
- Traffic impacts: Overnight lane closures of northbound I-35W; short-term closures of Second Avenue
I-35W — Minneapolis St. Anthony Falls Bridge
Crews will make improvements to seal cracks in concrete driving surface, concrete barrier and curbs; replace expansion joints.
- Construction dates: July 12 through Aug. 28, 2021
- Traffic impacts: Off-peak lane closures
I-35W — North Gateway Study
Study the freeway between Park Avenue in Minneapolis and County Road C in Roseville to identify needs for future construction projects.
- Study in progress
I-35W — Roseville to Lino Lakes
Construct MnPASS Express Lanes (one lane in each direction) in the middle of existing I-35W between Hwy 36 in Roseville and Sunset Avenue (County Road 53) in Lino Lakes
- Construction dates: Summer 2018 through fall 2021
I-35W and Hwy 52 — Metro-wide noise wall repairs
Repair select noise walls along I-35W and Hwy 52 in Dakota and Hennepin Counties
- Construction dates: October 2018 through 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane, ramp and shoulder closures
I-35W and I-94 — Downtown to Crosstown (Minneapolis)
Improve transit and regional access, reconstruct bridges and pavement
- Construction dates: August 2017 through fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: Road, lane and ramp closures and delays
Hwy 36 — Little Canada to Stillwater
A 12-mile stretch of Hwy 36 between Edgerton Street in Ramsey County and Greeley Street in Washington County will undergo a road resurfacing and improvement project.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 36 — North Saint Paul to Oakdale study
Develop preliminary concept designs for intersection improvements at Century Avenue and Hadley Avenue
Hwy 36 — Stillwater to Minneapolis
The Hwy 36 Transit Feasibility Study will analyze existing and emerging needs for east-west transit service on Hwy 36. The study is led by Washington County.
- Study dates: Spring 2020 through spring 2021
Hwy 36 and County Hwy 15 — Manning Avenue Interchange
Locally led project to construct interchange at Manning Avenue (Washington County Hwy 15) and Hwy 36.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 37/County Highway 5 — Intersection Safety Improvements
Alignment changes to side highways at both intersections. New left turn lanes along Highway 37 at both intersections.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 37 — Iron Junction
Construct a roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 37 and Hwy 7 south of Iron Junction
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 37 — Gilbert
Resurfacing, safety and accessibility improvements on Hwy 37 from Hwy 53 to Hwy 135
- Construction dates: July to October 2020, and May to August 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures
Hwy 38 — Bigfork
Resurface Hwy 38 through Bigfork, from Rajala Mill Road to County Road 14; curb, gutter and sidewalk work
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwys 40-59
Hwy 40 — Culvert replacements
Replacement of three culverts with box culverts near Gracelock
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 40 — Milan Bridge
Replace bridge (known as Milan Bridge) over Lac qui Parle Lake west of Milan.
- Construction dates: May 2019 to 2021
Hwy 41 — Chaska to Chanhassen
Resurface Hwy 41 and make additional improvements along the highway between Pioneer Trail and Hwy 5.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 41 — River crossing
Connect Hwy 169 and new Hwy 212 near Hwy 41
- Study complete; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 43 — Repaving
Repave Hwy 43 from Hwy 44 near Mabel to Hwy 16 near Rushford in Fillmore County
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 47 — Hwy 65 (Central Avenue) to 27th Avenue
Resurface Hwy 47 from Hwy 65 to 27th Avenue NE in Minneapolis, ADA improvements, sidewalk improvements, replace guardrail and repair drainage
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 47 — St. Francis
MnDOT is beginning a planning study of the Hwy 47 St. Francis corridor to examine a range of alternatives to address pedestrian, bicycle and motorist safety, as well as road capacity, and access and mobility issues.
Hwy 47/Ferry Street and BNSF Railroad Crossing — Anoka
Construct a new crossing of the BNSF Railroad north of Hwy 10
- Study complete; preliminary design underway; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 47 and Hwy 65 — Columbia Heights to Coon Rapids
Conducted a roadway safety audit to analyze crash information with a focus on pedestrian crashes on Hwy 47 and Hwy 65 between the Hennepin-Anoka County line in Columbia Heights and Hwy 10 in Coon Rapids. Several improvements are being made to the project area.
- Construction dates: Spring 2020 through 2021
Hwy 47 and Hwy 65 — Northeast Minneapolis to Blaine and Spring Lake Park
This is Phase 1 of a Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) Study that will produce a statement of Purpose and Need, as well as evaluation criteria. The second phase, anticipated in 2021, will produce and screen alternatives.
- Study dates: March 2020 through December 2021
Hwy 47 and Hwy 169 — Anoka
Repair and resurface approximately 2.5 miles of Hwy 169 between the north end of the Mississippi River bridge to Clay Street in Anoka. Hwy 47 will be resurfaced from Pleasant Street to Bunker Lake Road in Anoka.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 51 (Snelling Avenue) — Roseville to Arden Hills
Install cable median barrier between County Road C and 1-694 and extend left turn lanes at Lydia Avenue W County Road C2 and County Road C.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 51 (Snelling Avenue) — Hewitt Avenue to Midway Parkway
Safety and mobility needs study
- Developing a preliminary design. Study completed in 2013.
Hwy 52 — Cannon Falls to Hader access study
Study to identify a recommended alternative
Hwy 52 — Hader southbound improvements
The project follows along Hwy 52, from roughly 2 miles south of Cannon Falls and ends at Zumbrota.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 52 — Hampton to Cannon Falls
Crews will make improvements to Hwy 52 between Hampton Twp. and Cannon Falls in Dakota County. Work will include construction crossovers, concrete overlay, upgrade guardrail, install cable median barrier, update signals and repair joints on two bridges.
- Construction dates: September 2020 through November 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures, access changes or closures and truck detour
Hwy 52 — Saint Paul to Rochester corridor projects
Four different road construction projects are planned for Hwy 52 between Rochester and St. Paul
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 52 — Saint Paul, West Saint Paul, Inver Grove Heights
Resurface Hwy 52 between I-494 in Inver Grove Heights and Hwy 156/Concord Street in West St. Paul and repair concrete on Hwy 52 between Concord Street in West St. Paul and Plato Boulevard in St. Paul.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 52 and I-35W — Metro-wide noise wall repairs
Repair select noise walls along I-35W and Hwy 52 inn Dakota and Hennepin Counties
- Construction dates: October 2018 through 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane, ramp and shoulder closures
Hwy 53 — International Falls
Reconstruct Hwy 53 from Crescent Drive to Fourth Street and on Hwy 11 from the east junction of Hwy 71 to the east junction of Hwy 53 in International Falls in St. Louis County; complete streets improvements
- Construction dates: July to October 2020, and May to October 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures, local detours
Hwy 55 — Brooten, Belgrade
Reconstruct Hwy 55 through the cities of Brooten and Belgrade, Stearns County, includes road surface, storm sewer and pedestrian sidewalks.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 55 — Golden Valley
Resurface Hwy 55 between General Mills Boulevard and Hwy 100 in Golden Valley; improve safety and accessibility; build the start of a trail between Winnetka Avenue and Glenwood Avenue
- Construction: July through September 2021
Hwy 55 — Hastings to Inver Grove Heights
The Hwy 55 Safety Audit is part of a multi-agency effort to improve safety along Hwy 55 between Hastings and Inver Grove Heights in Dakota County
- Road Safety Audit: October 2020 through summer 2021
Hwy 55 — Minneapolis
Crews will resurface Hwy 55/Hiawatha Ave. between I-35W and Hwy 62, repair bridges from Hwy 55 to 7th St., 8th St. to Hwy 55 and SB Hwy 55 over Franklin Ave.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 55 (Hiawatha) — Minneapolis storm sewer project
Repair storm sewer pipe that takes water from Hwy 55 in Minneapolis to the Mississippi River. The work can only be done during cold temperatures.
- Construction dates: December 2018 through Jan. 15, 2021
Hwy 55 — Rosemount
Construct dedicated turn lanes at the intersection of Hwy 55 and Doyle Path in Rosemount
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 55 and Hwy 59 — Elbow Lake to Barrett
Resurface, widen shoulders, replace culverts, turn lanes and access improvements, accessibility improvements in Barrett.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 56 — LeRoy
Reconstruction of roadway, base, pedestrian facilities, drainage and city utilities.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 59 – Marshall
Concrete pavement repair south of Marshall.
- Scheduled for construction late July/August 2021
Hwy 59 and Hwy 108 — Pelican Rapids
Downtown Complete Streets reconstruction, resurface, utility replacement, bicycle and pedestrian accessibility improvements.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwys 60-79
Hwy 60 — Lake Crystal
MnDOT is conducting a transportation study that reflects the current and future transportation needs on Hwy 60 through Lake Crystal. With input from the city of Lake Crystal, local residents and businesses, and other project stakeholders, MnDOT will evaluate the corridor, develop design alternatives, and arrive at a preliminary layout for a future Hwy 60 roadway project.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 60 — Madison Lake, Elysian, Waterville lake connection
Resurface approximately 16 miles of Hwy 60, including a reconstruction through Madison Lake
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 60 — Madelia to Lake Crystal
Resurfacing the eastbound lanes of Hwy 60 from the northern junction of Hwy 15 near Madelia to 0.4 miles west of the western junction of Blue Earth County Road 20 near Lake Crystal
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 61 — Grand Marais
Reconstruct, resurface Hwy 61 in Grand Marais, accessibility, drainage improvements from just north of Cutface Creek to just north of Hwy 14 in Grand Marais in Cook County
- Construction dates: December 2019 to 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures, detours
Hwy 61 — Grand Portage
Resurfacing and bridge project from Reservation Bay Road to the Canadian Border in Cook County
- Construction dates: July 2020 to fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures, local detour
Hwy 61 and Hwy 5 — St. Paul to Maplewood
Safety and accessibility improvements are needed on Hwy 61 and Hwy 5 in St. Paul and Maplewood. Project work includes repaving, sidewalk repairs, and accessibility updates to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023-2025
Hwy 61 Wabasha to Minnesota City
Resurfacing southbound lanes, constructing a reduced conflict intersection at Hwy 42 and replacing approach panels on six bridges
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 61 Resurfacing - Lake City to Red Wing
Resurfacing road, adding passing zone and changing access
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 61 — Withers Harbor Bridge
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 61/Hwy 316 roundabout
Constructing a roundabout at intersection, improving bicycle facilities, connections near Prairie Island Indian Community
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 61/County Road 18 intersection safety
Constructing a reduced conflict intersection north of Red Wing
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 61 — Lake County
Install new efficient tunnel lighting systems
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 61 — Silver Creek and Stewart River bridges
Replace Silver Creek Bridge, rehabilitate existing Stewart River Bridge and add new bridge inland.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021-2022
Hwy 61 — Two Harbors
Resurface almost seven miles of pavement south of Two Harbors, new intersection
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 61 — Wyoming to Forest Lake
Resurface Hwy 61 between I-35 in Wyoming and Hwy 8 in Forest Lake. The work will include pavement work, drainage, right turn lanes, safety and pedestrian improvements.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 63 and I-90 — Stewartville
Interchange improvements including replacement of the Hwy 63 bridges, and safety and vehicle traffic capacity improvements to the ramp geometrics and traffic operations within the corridor.
- Construction resumes in spring 2021
Hwy 65 — Ham Lake, Blaine and Spring Lake Park
Corridor access planning study between Bunker Lake Boulevard and County Road 10
- Study: 2018-2020
Hwy 65 and Klondike Drive Northeast — Cedar and East Bethel
Build a non-signalized reduced conflict intersection
- Construction dates: April through August 2021
Hwy 65 — Ham Lake to East Bethel
Several crashes occurred at this RCI intersection in spring and summer 2020, and some are still under review by the State Patrol. In the meantime, MnDOT engineers are reviewing all available historical crash data to identify patterns, and will be taking short term steps to enhance safety of the intersection. MnDOT continues to work closely with the City of East Bethel and Anoka County to understand the community’s needs and concerns.
- Status: Project completed in August 2019. Re-evaluation opened in August 2020.
Hwy 65/Third Avenue Bridge — Minneapolis
The Hwy 65/Third Avenue bridge will get major renovation improvements including a new bridge deck.
- Construction dates: May 2020 through August 2022
- Traffic impacts: Lane and bridge closures
Hwy 65 — Albert Lea Main Street
Repaving road, flood mitigation and ADA work
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 67 — Clarkfield
Reconstruction of Hwy 67 from Hwy 59 to Sixth Street
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 67 — Granite Falls to Echo
The road will remain closed through 2020 due to slide area
- Not yet scheduled for construction
Hwy 68 — Minneota to Marshall
Shoulder widening and culvert replacement
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 71 — Browerville
Replace Hwy 71 bridges over the Drayer Creek and Harris Creek in Browerville, Todd County.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 71 — Olivia
Resurfacing of Hwy 71 from Viking Drive to the intersection of Hwy 212 in Olivia
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 71 — Sauk Centre
Reconstruct and improve safety on Hwy 71 in Sauk Centre, Stearns County.
- Scheduled for construction in 2025
Hwy 73 — Railroad bridge
Rehabilitate the Hwy 73 bridge over the BNSF Railroad on Hwy 73, 2.5 miles south of Hwy 169 in Saint Louis County
- Construction dates: May to December 2020
- Traffic impacts: Detour
Hwy 75 — Madison to Bellingham
Resurface Hwy 75 from Hwy 212 to Hwy 7.
- Construction dates: July 2020 to spring 2021
Hwy 75 — Rabbit River bridge replacement
Replace the bridge at Rabbit River, south of Doran
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 75 and Hwy 40 — Madison
Resurfacing and ADA improvements on Hwy 75 and Hwy 40 in Madison
- Construction scheduled for 2023
Hwy 77/Cedar Avenue — Apple Valley to Richfield
Evaluate the Hwy 77/Cedar Avenue corridor from 138th St. in Apple Valley to I-494 in Richfield.
- Study dates: December 2020 through December 2021
Hwy 77 — Bloomington
Make repairs and paint bridge over the Minnesota River.
- Construction dates: April 26 through Oct. 9, 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane shifts and off-peak lane closures
Hwy 77 — Bloomington to Minneapolis
Hwy 77 will be resurfaced, improve drainage, improve accessibility and center media barrier added.
- Construction: April through November 2022
- Traffic impacts: Road, lane and ramp closures
Hwy 77 — Richfield
Build underpass beneath Hwy 77 connecting 77th Street in Richfield to 66th Street; build ramps, build trail, sidewalk.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021-2022
Hwys 80-99
Hwy 84 — Pine River
Replace the Hwy 84 bridge over the Norway Brook in Pine River, Cass County. The new structure will have pedestrian sidewalks on both sides and shoulders for bicyclists.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 86 — Lakefield
Upgrade wastewater and water systems throughout the city, including those located under Hwy 86.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 87 — Frazee to county line
Reconstruct and widen shoulders on Hwy 87; replace two bridges near Frazee
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 87 — Frazee Complete Streets
Downtown Complete Streets reconstruction, resurface, utility replacement, ADA improvements and multi-use trail.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
I-90 — Austin bridge replacements
Replacing two bridges over Interstate 90
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
I-90 and Hwy 63 — Stewartville
Interchange improvements including replacement of the Hwy 63 bridges, and safety and vehicle traffic capacity improvements to the ramp geometrics and traffic operations within the corridor.
- Status: Completed for 2020; construction resumes in spring 2021
Hwy 93 — Henderson
Raise Hwy 93 from the intersection of Hwy 169 to the southern limits of Henderson, putting it above the 100-year flood elevation.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022 and 2023.
Hwy 93 and Hwy 19 — Henderson
Flood feasibility study to evaluate the bridges and approach roadways over the Minnesota River for Hwy 19, Hwy 93 and Sibley County Road 6.
- Study in progress; no projects have been funded or planned
I-94 — Dale Street Bridge in Saint Paul
Reconstruct Dale Street (Ramsey County Road 53) between Iglehart Avenue and University Avenue, and the Dale Street bridge over I-94.
- Construction dates: March 2020 through July 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane and ramp closures with detours
I-94 — East Metro Interchange study (I-694/I-494/I-94)
This study focuses on finding the long-term vision for the I-94/I-494/I-694 interchange while ensuring that other projects in the interchange area are compatible with that vision.
- Study dates: 2019 through fall/winter 2020
I-94 — Maple Grove to Clearwater
Resurface road, replace/construct bridges, add lanes and improve access
- Construction dates: August 2019 through fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: All lanes will remain open during construction with lane restrictions on nights or weekends. Special consideration is being made to keep Friday evening weekend rush hour lanes open.
I-94 and I-394 — Minneapolis
Repair bridge joints and resurface ramps connecting I-94 and I-394 to downtown Minneapolis.
- Construction: April through July 2021
- Traffic impacts: Ramp closures
I-94 and Hwy 10 — Mississippi River crossings feasibility analysis between Brooklyn Park and Elk River
Update previously conducted studies, re-engage the cities and counties, and understand the need increased river crossing capacity.
- Study dates: May 2020 through February 2021
I-94 — Minneapolis to Saint Paul
Study to gather public input about this corridor
- Study in progress; some project funding identified for 2021 and 2022
I-94 — Saint Paul
ADA pedestrian ramps and sidewalk improvements along St. Anthony Avenue and Concordia Avenue Periodic enhancements will occur along the project area.
- Construction dates: May 2020 through October 2021
- Pedestrian impacts: Sidewalk closures
I-94 — St. Paul standalone noise barrier
Construct a new wood plank and concrete post noise barrier on eastbound I-94 between Fairview Avenue and Prior Avenue in St. Paul.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
I-94 and I-35E — Saint Paul
Concrete pavement repair/resurfacing between Western Avenue and Mounds Boulevard; and on I-35E between I-94 and University Avenue in St. Paul. Resurface ramps and frontage roads, bridge repair, fix drainage and repair various sidewalks and ADA improvements
- Scheduled for construction in 2022-2023; preliminary work begins fall 2021
I-94 and I-35W — Downtown to Crosstown (Minneapolis)
Improve transit and regional access, reconstruct bridges and pavement
- Construction dates: August 2017 through fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane and ramp closures
I-94 and I-694 — Brooklyn Center
Resurface, concrete pavement repairs, drainage and ADA improvements on I-94/I-694 between Brooklyn Boulevard and just east of Dupont Avenue in Brooklyn Center.
- Currently in design; Scheduled for construction in 2021
I-94 — Central Minnesota
Future road construction plans for I-94 in Wright and Stearns counties, in central Minnesota. Includes the communities of St. Michael, Albertville, Monticello, Clearwater, St. Cloud, Collegeville and Sauk Centre.
- Current, future plans and studies
I-94 — Maple Grove to Clearwater
Resurface road, replace/construct bridges, add lanes and improve access
- Construction dates: August 2019 to fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: All lanes will remain open during construction with lane restrictions on nights or weekends. Special consideration is being made to keep Friday evening weekend rush hour lanes open.
I-94 to Hwy 10 — New freeway connection project study
Proposed freeway connection and river crossing between Hwy 10 and I-94 using Hwy 24 in Wright and Sherburne counties
- Study completed 2007; project is unprogrammed; no funds are available
I-94 and Hwy 27 — Eastbound ramps
Hwy 27/Eastbound Interstate 94 intersection improvements.
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 95 — West of Cambridge
Reconstruct 12 miles of Hwy 95 road surface and replace 17 pipes from Isanti Co. Rd. 15 near Wyanett to west limits of Cambridge, includes new roundabout at Hwy 65. Project requires a detour.
- Construction dates: July to October 2021
Hwy 95 and Manning Avenue — Washington County safety improvements
Widening shoulders, resurface road, add turn lanes and update drainage.
- Construction dates: July 2017 through late fall 2021
- Traffic impacts: Closures, detours
Hwy 97 — Forest Lake
Safety improvements, construct dedicated turn lanes on Hwy 97, and construct a multi-use trail.
- Construction dates: 2024 through 2025
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures or possible full closures
Hwy 99 — Nicollet to St. Peter
Resurfacing 11 miles of Hwy 99 from Birch Street in Nicollet to the south intersection with Hwy 169 in St. Peter.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwys 100-199
Hwy 104 — Glenwood to Hwy 9
Resurface Hwy 104 from Glenwood to junction of Hwy 9 near Sunburg.
- Scheduled for construction in 2025
Hwy 108 — Henning
Reconstruct Hwy 108 in Henning, utility replacements, bicycle and pedestrian accessibility upgrades.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 120 — Maplewood to Oakdale
This study will identify issues, priorities and environmental concerns on Hwy 120 between I-94 in Maplewood and I-694 in Oakdale.
- Study dates: Summer 2020 through summer 2022
Hwy 123 — Sandstone
Resurfacing Hwy 123 from Hwy 23 to County Hwy 30, and realign Hwy 123 and Hwy 23 intersection
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 135 — Biwabik
Reconstruct Hwy 135 in Biwabik; complete streets improvements
- Construction dates: July 2020 through October 2021
- Traffic impacts: Lane closures, possible detour
Hwy 149 High Bridge (Smith Avenue and Dodd Road) — St. Paul to Mendota Heights
Landscaping
- Construction dates: Spring 2020 through June 2021
- Traffic impacts: Possible shoulder closures
Hwy 156/Concord Street — Saint Paul
Repair and resurface nearly one mile of Hwy 156 between Hwy 52 and Annapolis Street in St. Paul. Work includes new traffic signals at Concord St., ADA improvements and retaining wall repair.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 169 — Belle Plaine
Belle Plaine Area Plan
- Study completed 2003; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 169 — Mobility study
Hwy 169 mobility and transit improvements between Hwy 55 in Golden Valley and Hwy 41 in Shakopee, and between Mankato and the Twin Cities Metro area.
- Study completed
Hwy 169 — Shakopee to Blakely
Identify options for access changes, improvements to safety and mobility
- Study underway
Hwy 169 and Hwy 41 — River Crossing
Connect Hwy 169 and new Hwy 212 near Hwy 41
- Study completed in 2015; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 169 and Hwy 47 — Anoka and Ramsey
Repair and resurface approximately 2.5 miles of Hwy 169 between the south end of the Mississippi River bridge to Clay Street in Anoka and Hwy 47 from Pleasant Street to Bunker Lake Road in Ramsey
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 169 — Blue Earth to Iowa
Resurface nine miles of Hwy 169 from Faribault County Road 52 (southern limits of Blue Earth) to the Minnesota-Iowa border
- Preliminary design in progress; scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 169 — Elk River freeway
Convert three miles of Hwy 169 to a new freeway system through Elk River from Hwy 101/Hwy 10 to 197th Ave, Sherburne County. Corridors of Commerce project.
- Preliminary design in progress; scheduled for construction in 2022-2024
Hwy 169 — Elk River to Zimmerman project study
Assessed range of reasonable alternatives to corridor improvements.
- Study completed 2013; no projects have been funded or planned
Hwy 169 — Saint Louis County
Resurfacing Hwy 169 from Hwy 53 to County Road 26 in Saint Louis County, incudes northbound Hwy 169 ramp
- Tree clearing: December 2020 through January 2021
- Traffic impact: Lane closures
Hwy 169 — Saint Peter
The pavement on Hwy 169 from Broadway Avenue to Union Street (approximately half of a mile) is deteriorating more quickly than the subsequent sections of Hwy 169. MnDOT completed a maintenance project in 2019 that extended the life of the pavement in this segment, gaining about 5-7 years before a future project will address a more significant pavement fix and other accommodations.
Hwy 169 and Hwy 210 — Aitkin to north of Hassman
Reconstruct 11 miles of road surface, widen shoulders and upgrade drainage infrastructure.
- Plans in progress; scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 169, Hwy 22, Hwy 99 — St. Peter intersections
A project is planned in 2023 to improve the pavement condition, intersection safety, and mobility along the Hwy 169 corridor on the south side of St. Peter, including the intersections with Hwy 22 and Hwy 99
- Scheduled for construction in 2023
Hwy 194 — RCUT and roundabout
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 197 — Bemidji
Corridor safety and access management
- Community Review Panel study (looking for preferred alternative in spring 2021)
Hwys 200-299
Hwy 200 — Mahnomen to Roy Lake
Resurface, widen shoulders, improve pedestrian accessibility, and drainage repairs.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 200 — Walker
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 210 — Box Culvert Replacements
Replace four box culverts along Hwy 210 in Carlton County.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 210 — Culvert Replacement
Replace deficient box culvert over unnamed stream in Aitkin County.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 210 — Brainerd project study
Study of the Hwy 210/Washington Street corridor between Baxter Dr. and Pine Shores Rd in Brainerd, Crow Wing County. Results of the study will inform plans for the future reconstruction project.
- Study 2019-2021; plan 2022-2024; scheduled for construction in 2025 or beyond
Hwy 210 — Crosby to Ironton
Reconstruct or resurface road and improve pedestrian accessibility on Hwy 210 from east of Third Ave East near the Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, to west of Sixth Ave in Ironton.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 210 — Baxter
Improve five miles of Hwy 210 through Baxter between Baxter Dr. and Timberwood Dr., Crow Wing County.
- Plans in progress; projects scheduled for construction 2022 and 2024
Hwy 210 — Deerwood to Aitkin
Improve 12 miles of concrete road surface and repair/replace pipes on Hwy 210 from Hwy 6 in Deerwood to Ninth Avenue West in Aitkin.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Hwy 212 — Glencoe
Construct two J-turns on Hwy 212 in the Glencoe area.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 218 — Blooming Prairie
The Hwy 218 corridor through Blooming Prairie (Fourth Street to Hwy 30) is due for reconstruction in 2024.
- Scheduled for construction in 2024
Hwy 252 and I-94 — Environmental Review
MnDOT, along with FHWA, Hennepin County and the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park and Minneapolis, are preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Hwy 252/I-94 project. The project partners will address the purpose and need for the project in the EIS document and develop transportation alternatives.
- Environmental review underway
Hwy 263 — I-90 to Ceylon
Resurface Hwy 263 in preparation for a turnback of the highway to Martin County
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwys 300-694
Hwy 316 — Hastings
Repave Hwy 316 between the north and south junctions of Hwy 61 and evaluate a portion between the north junction of Hwy 61 and Tuttle Drive
- Scheduled for construction in 2021-2022
Business Hwy 371 — Barrows to Brainerd
Reconstruct the road, upgrade the signal and improve pedestrian access from Greenwood Street to Joseph Street in Brainerd; Resurface road from 70th Avenue in Barrows to Greenwood Street Work requires detours.
- Scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 371 — Brainerd Lakes area
Improve access and safety at three intersections along a busy stretch of Hwy 371 with use of reduced conflict intersections between Gull Lake Dam Road (Crow Wing County Road 125) and Green Gables Road (Crow Wing County Road 126), includes access to Birchdale Rd (Brainerd International Raceway).
- Plans in progress; scheduled for construction in 2022
Hwy 371 — Hackensack
Reconstruct Hwy 371 from County Road 40 to County Road 5 in Hackensack.
- Community outreach, information gathering and project development
Hwy 371 — Nisswa to Pine River project study
Project study to expand to four lanes and improve access along the corridor. Since the study was completed, Hwy 371 has been expanded to four lanes between Nisswa and Jenkins. Pine River to Jenkins remains unprogrammed for expansion.
- Status: Study completed
I-394 and I-94 — Minneapolis
Repair bridge joints and resurface ramps connecting I-94 and I-394 to downtown Minneapolis.
- Construction: April through July 2021
- Traffic impacts: Ramp closures
I-494 — Airport to Hwy 169
Study to evaluate design alternatives and determine a scope of work for the future reconstruction of the I-494 corridor from the MSP Intl’ Airport to Hwy 169. The proposed project is envisioned to improve the capacity of the interstate and dramatically improve the reliability of the average rush hour trip.
- Study underway; scheduled for construction in 2022-2024
I-494 — Richfield
Build tunnel under I-494 at Knox Avenue for Orange line bus rapid transit.
- Construction dates: August 2019 to October 2021
- Traffic impacts: Closure of ramps from southbound I-35W to westbound I-494 and from eastbound I-494 to southbound I-35W
I-494 and Hwy 62 — Congestion relief study
Mobility and transit improvements
- Status: Study completed
I-494 and I-35W — Study
Interchange Improvements
- Study in progress; no projects have been funded or planned
I-494 — East Metro Interchange study (I-694/I-494/I-94)
This study focuses on finding the long-term vision for the I-94/I-494/I-694 interchange while ensuring that other projects in the interchange area are compatible with that vision.
- Study dates: 2019 through fall/winter 2020
I-535 – Blatnik Bridge
Replacement of the Blatnik Bridge between Duluth, Minn., and Superior, Wis.
- Scheduled for construction in 2027
I-694 — Non-motorized crossing study
Determine safety and mobility needs for bicyclists and pedestrians for the area
- Study completed; no projects have been funded or planned
I-694 — East Metro Interchange study (I-694/I-494/I-94)
This study focuses on finding the long-term vision for the I-94/I-494/I-694 interchange while ensuring that other projects in the interchange area are compatible with that vision.
- Study dates: 2019 through fall/winter 2020
ADA improvement project
Improvements to sidewalks, ramps and driveways to meet current ADA standards on multiple highways.
- Scheduled for construction in 2021
Stone Arch Bridge — Minneapolis
Preservation of the historic bridge including repointing mortar and repairing/replacing some of the stone
- Scheduled for construction in 2022-2024
Urban freight perspectives study — Metro district
The Urban Freight Perspectives study is focused on enhancing freight mobility in MnDOT’s Metro District by improving communication with freight stakeholders and integrating freight considerations into the district’s project development process.
- Study dates: April 2020 through spring 2021