Overnight detour at I-90 in Austin Oct. 17 for removal of bridge decking equipment

AUSTIN, Minn. – Motorists traveling on Interstate 90 at the west end of Austin will encounter a detour up the exit and down the entrance ramps at the Highway 105/Oakland Avenue bridge overnight on Thursday, Oct. 17 as crews remove decking equipment over the highway, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

The detour will begin at 7 p.m., Oct. 17 and end by 6 a.m., Friday, Oct. 18. Traffic will be slowed through the detour up and down the ramps.

This work is part of the three-year project that is replacing or repairing bridges at six sites along the I-90 corridor in Austin.

To learn more about the project, visit the MnDOT project website where you can also sign up to receive email and text message updates.

Safety in work zones

Motorists should always be prepared to encounter traffic changes when approaching work zones including lane closures, lane shifts, uneven road surfaces, slow-moving heavy equipment and slow or stopped traffic. To keep everyone safe, drivers must:

Obey posted speed limits. The fine for speeding in a work zone is $300.
Drive undistracted. Avoid using cell phones, mobile devices, adjusting the radio – even eating –while in work zones.
Move over. Give workers room to safely complete their work.
Know before you go. Get real-time information about traffic and road conditions at www.511mn.org or get the free 511mn smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
Do the zipper merge.
Avoid making unnecessary lane changes.
Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.

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