Brace yourself Construction begins next week on I-394 in Minneapolis

MnDOT will launch a $70 million construction project on I-394 and I-94 next week, causing substantial traffic disruptions in downtown Minneapolis. The initiative, which focuses on bridge and pavement repairs, will overlap with ongoing work on I-94 that has already resulted in significant backups. Drivers can expect off-peak lane closures on I-394 until late July, with reversible lanes shutting down until October, adding more vehicles to already congested lanes. MnDOT director Tim Nelson recommends that motorists adjust their schedules to alleviate delays. Additionally, Hwy.

55 will face construction as MnDOT repaves the highway and replaces a deteriorating railroad bridge. This season, MnDOT plans to tackle 180 projects with a budget of around $1. 1 billion, emphasizing the urgent need for infrastructure maintenance. Nelson noted that the goal is to complete the work efficiently, despite the inconvenience. The agency will subsequently focus on other local projects, including Hwy.

280 and several bridges over major highways.