D3 - Hwy 169 Redefine - Elk River freeway: 2022-2024 construction
 One-lane traffic extends to 193rd Ave.
July 23–26
Crews will work in the center median to install a concrete foundation for a lighting pole between the northbound and southbound lanes Tuesday morning, July 23–Friday afternoon, July 26.
Motorists will encounter one-lane traffic, each way, 24-7, through the 169 Redefine work zone between Hwy 10 and 193rd Ave. in Elk River. Expect delays and back-ups at busy times.
Use 511mn.org for the latest road information and travel speeds.
When the median work is complete, Hwy 169 will remain one lane, each way, 24-7, between Hwy 10 and School St. to construct the Main St. interchange. All lanes to open by Nov. 1.
Schedule is tentative and may change.
Here are some cool photos from the Hwy 169 and Main St. interchange work site. Photos by MnDOT
 Crews pour the concrete bridge deck on Hwy 169 at Main St. Fri, July 19.
 Concrete bridge deck poured early Fri, July 19.
 Crews form the deck, tie steel rebar week of July 15.
 Steel supports installed between beams in June 2024.
 Beams are set in late June 2024.
 Beams set in place in late June 2024.
- Slow down when approaching every work zone, then navigate with care and caution
- Stay alert; work zones constantly change
- Watch for workers and slow-moving equipment
- Obey posted speed limits. The fine for a violation in a work zone is $300
- Minimize distractions behind the wheel
- Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times
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