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Sept. 18, 2025

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Highway 172 surface replacement at railroad in Baudette begins Sept. 22

Motorists will detour using Highway 11 and Lake of the Woods County Road 39

Bemidji, Minn. – Highway 172 motorists in Baudette will experience a detour beginning September 22 while crews begin a surface replacement project at the railroad crossing. The project is located on Highway 172 near the intersection of Highway 11, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

This project includes replacing the surface at the railroad crossing on Highway 172 in Baudette and is expected to be complete by September 26. Motorists will detour using Highway 11 and Lake of the Woods County Road 39. Check 511mn.org for the latest information.

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