Minnesota Department of Transportation

Tree clearing begins ahead of Hwy. 61 bridge replacement

Jan 31, 2024
Motorists on Highway 61 south of Red Wing should be alert for trucks entering and exiting the road now that crews began tree clearing work to prepare for this spring’s Highway 61 bridge over CP Rail project, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Trees in the work zone are...

Public meeting on Hwy. 61 railroad bridge replacement in Red Wing

Nov 22, 2023
The public is invited to attend an in-person public meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 29 to learn more about a project to replace the Highway 61 bridge over CP Rail south of Red Wing, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. People can go to the meeting any time from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p....

Highway 61 reopens between Lake City and Red Wing

Oct 4, 2023
The Highway 61 detour between Lake City and Red Wing has been removed and the road is open to traffic, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Motorists should be alert for construction work that will continue in the work zone over the next several weeks, including final paving...

MnDOT to begin using Wireless Emergency Alerts

Aug 23, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has entered into an agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to begin using Wireless Emergency Alerts through the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, FEMA’s national system for local alerting that shares emergency information...

Hwy. 61 reopens to Hansen’s Harbor

Aug 16, 2023
Motorists on Highway 61 north of Lake City can directly reach Hansen’s Harbor on the highway, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The road remains closed at the Wells Creek bridge, which is expected to be completed in late August. Motorists traveling to Frontenac or Red Wing...

Detour ahead for travelers between Lake City and Red Wing

Jun 21, 2023
A sign announcing the impending closure of U.S. Highway 61 between Lake City and Red Wing has been erected at the intersection of Hwy. 61 and Park Street in Lake City. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will resurface approximately 10 miles of Hwy. 61 between Lake City and Red Wing...

Winter load increases end

Mar 8, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Transportation ended winter load increases in the south, southeast and metro zones Monday, March 6. MnDOT will continue to evaluate weather forecasts to determine the start date for spring load restrictions in these zones. Ending dates for spring load restrictions are...

Shorter Hwy. 61 project begins in early July

Mar 1, 2023
Construction on a major Highway 61 resurfacing project is expected to begin in early July, but the project will no longer extend into Lake City. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is resurfacing about 10 miles of Highway 61 north from Hansen’s Harbor. In addition to the mill and...

MnDOT tree cutting expected to continue through Friday

Feb 8, 2023
Highway 61 motorists between Lake City and Red Wing should be alert through Feb. 10 for shoulder and lane closures while crews are cutting trees and clearing the wood in preparation for an upcoming summer construction project, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The tree-...

MnDOT: Don’t push snow on roadways

Jan 4, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is reminding the public that it is illegal to deposit snow on or next to a public highway or street. “Placing snow on or near a public road creates hazards, including drainage problems, drifting, sight obstruction and unsafe access,” said Andrew...

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