Minnesota Department of Transportation

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Hwy 53 pavement preservation

St. Louis County

About this project

A rendering of the Hwy 53 pavement project through Hermantown.

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Summary of work

  • Hwy 53 from Haines Road to Hwy 194.
  • The project involves about 6 miles of micro mill and slurry seal along the highway and turn lanes.
  • There will also be 2 culvert linings and guardrail updates.

Traffic impacts

  • Cross streets and entrances will need to be closed multiple times during construction.
  • Each closure will be a partial day.