Hwy 11 Warroad project update: August 14
What's happening now?
Hwy 11 south of Warroad River bridge:
- Crews continue placing sub cut material on East side of Hwy 11
- Storm sewer installation on East side complete
Cedar Ave
- Crews began grading mainline and placing topsoil behind new curb and gutter
- Light pole bases were placed
- Preparation for ADA ramps and sidewalk
What's next?
Hwy 11 south of Warroad River bridge:
- Final grading will be completed
- Preparing section for curb/gutter and bituminous trail installation
Cedar Ave
- Sidewalk and ADA ramp installation
- Final grading and preparation for bituminous pavement
Hwy 11 From Hwy 313 to Elk St.:
This is a piece of the project out of Stage 3 that was planned to be constructed next year in 2025.
It was proposed to by the contractor to move forward with this work due to workload and other constructability advantages to accelerate next year's construction schedule.
For the next couple weeks motorists will experience shoulder closures and lane shifts on Hwy 11 and Hwy 313. The road will remain open in both directions. Please drive with care and safety in mind as construction staff will be entering and exiting work areas.
Crews will begin building a temporary bypass for next years roundabout construction at Hwy 313/ Hwy 11.
Crews will build temporary pedestrian access route on the North/East side of Hwy 11.
Pavement milling for Stage 3 construction area will be completed.
Traffic Impact:
- Truck traffic should continue to use the truck detour
- In town traffic is currently two lanes on half of the roadway
- Motorists should continue to pay attention and use caution in the work zone
The contractor for this $17.5 million dollar project is Spruce Valley. This project will create a safer, longer lasting driving surface as well as improve drainage, pedestrian accessibility, and a safer intersection. It is estimated to be complete by October 2024, and resume in the spring of 2025, weather permitting. Visit the project website below for more information, sign up for email updates, as well as a project map: www.mndot.gov/d2/projects/hwy11-warroad.
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.
Visit: http://www.mndot.gov/d2/projects/hwy11-warroad
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