About this project
Summary of work
MnDOT work
- Resurfacing of Hwy 71 from just south of Viking Drive to the intersection of Hwy 212 and Hwy 71
- Bring existing sidewalk and pedestrian crossings to current Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards
- Create new sidewalk to create connections with existing sidewalk
- Add a bypass lane at Viking Drive (southbound)
- Improve drainage
City of Olivia work
- Add flashing pedestrian crossing at Chestnut Avenue
- Construct trail from Chestnut Avenue to Viking Drive
Traffic impacts
- Work will require a detour (map above)
- Motorists should expect minor delays
Virtual open house
- MnDOT is pleased to offer a virtual open house/meeting on the Hwy 71 resurfacing project. Click here to attend the virtual open house.