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Road construction on Highway 220 north of East Grand Forks begins May 13

Please note, a nearby project on Hwy 75 north of Euclid will also take place this summer. The project is led by Polk County and the start date is TBD. www.dot.state.mn.us/d2/projects/hwy75-roundabout

Motorists will detour utilizing 150^th St. NE, Polk County roads 66 and 23

BEMIDJI, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced today, construction on Highway 220 north of East Grand Forks will begin May 13. The project includes reconstructing Highway 220 to a concrete road from Polk CR 19 to Polk CR 22/23. Culvert replacements will also be constructed throughout the project. Motorists will detour utilizing 150^th St SW and Polk County roads 66 and 23.

The project is expected to be complete in mid-August, weather permitting. For more information as well as a detour map, visit the project website: www.mndot.gov/d2/projects/hwy220-egf.  

Project benefits and cost

Benefits of the project include a safer road, improved drainage, and a smoother and longer lasting driving surface. Michels Road & Stone is the contractor for the $15.6 million project.

MNDOT strives to maintain access to residents and businesses during construction except for short periods of time, which cannot be avoided. When an access may be closed for a short duration, the resident or business owner will be directly contacted by the contractor to make accommodations.

Important reminders for motorists regarding work zone safety:

• Slow down when approaching every work zone, then navigate through with care and caution.
• Stay alert; work zones constantly change.
• Watch for workers and slow-moving equipment.
• Obey posted speed limits. Fine for a violation in a work zone is $300.
• Minimize distractions behind the wheel.
• Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times.

Please join the MnDOT District 2 Facebook group for updates on construction, road conditions and other transportation related topics. www.facebook.com/groups/mndotnorthwest/. For a complete list of projects for 2024, please visit www.mndot.gov/d2. For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit www.511mn.org or get the free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.

For residents and property owners along Highway 220, please note the following:

• Business and residential accesses are being maintained but be aware of restrictions and delays in the areas where crews are working.  

• Regarding mail delivery, other delivery services in the area, and necessary services, we will be working through the project to keep those services as fluid as possible. The Grand Forks Post Office has been contacted and is aware of the situation.

• Michels Road & Stone will be in contact with residents along the project who may have impacts to their driveway. 

More about this project

Visit: http://www.mndot.gov/d2/projects/hwy220-egf

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