D3 - Hwy 65 Cambridge to north of Braham: 2026 construction
Closure extends to Brunswick Oct. 1
Just a heads up! We will be extending the current Hwy 65 closure a bit farther north as crews continue construction. The main 10‑mile stretch between Cambridge and Braham is still expected to stay closed until late fall, but this expanded work zone will allow crews to start replacing centerline culverts from Hwy 107 up to Brunswick.
Hwy 65 Brunswick to Cambridge detour. Select PNG image to enlarge
What's changing
Beginning Thu, Oct. 1, Hwy 65 will fully close from Isanti Co. Rd. 30 in Cambridge to Kanabec Co. Rd. 45 (120th Ave).
Truck detour south of Mora to Cambridge: Hwy 23 south of Mora, Hwy 47 Ogilvie, Hwy 95 Pine Brook to Hwy 169 Cambridge
Note: heavy, wide, or long loads should avoid local detour roads.
Local access
Local access will still be available for residents, businesses and emergency services within the closure area. Please follow posted signs.
Quick note from us
We know this detour has been a major headache all season, and we apologize for the disruptions it’s caused. We recognize that the long routes, delays and changes have been challenging, and we truly appreciate everyone’s continued support as we improve the roadway.
Crews have been busy resurfacing Hwy 65 using a technique called cold-in-place recycle (CIR). The process involves a convoy of equipment to finish the road surface, including tankers that hold emulsion material and water, milling or crushing and recycling machines, pavers and rollers.
More about this Hwy 65 project
Knife River Corporation is the prime contractor for the $13.3 million improvements that will provide a smoother ride, better drainage, safer intersections and improved walking access in Grandy.
Visit the project web page for more information, maps and contacts:
If you need an ASL, or a foreign language interpreter, or documents in an alternative format please contact Janet Miller at 651-366-4720 (711 or 1-800-627-3529 for MN Relay). If you need any other reasonable accommodation to participate, please email your request to ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us.
