Hwy 371 and 210—Baxter interchange: 2028-2030 construction
Time to shift gears!
We’re moving towards the construction phase, and we’ve got a new webpage and a brand‑new video to show you what’s ahead for the Baxter interchange. It’s an easy way to see what’s coming and how the project will take shape.
 Visual of the future roundabout at Excelsior Rd. and Dellwood Dr. with pedestrian connections. The landscaping of the roundabout to mirror the one at Excelsior and Edgewood Dr., west of the bridge.
What to expect
The new interchange will take three work seasons to complete, with 2029 being the year with the biggest impacts because of a full closure at the intersection. You’ll notice changes as crews work under the road, raise the roadway, and build new bridges. Detours will be needed to keep everyone moving safely.
Key work areas map by work season. Select map to enlarge from project web page.
Schedule at a glance
2028: Prepare work areas and begin building the interchange and connections
2029: Construct the interchange and complete the major work
2030: Wrap up any remaining work
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The future vision
A welcoming, connected interchange that reflects Baxter’s lakes‑and‑forest feel, supports future growth, and adds safe, green ways to get around.
 Select image to learn more about the look and feel of this project (Hwy 371 bridge over Hwy 210 and BNSF railway)
Project highlights
- Extend the Hwy 371 east (Dellwood Dr.) and west (Edgewood Dr.) frontage roads between Hwy 210 and Excelsior Rd., including single‑lane roundabouts to improve local access and traffic flow
- Construct a new Hwy 371 bridge over the BNSF railway and Hwy 210, and another bridge over Excelsior Rd.
- Relocate Elder Dr. access to the west at Isle Dr.
- Update underground infrastructure, including storm drainage
- Install retaining walls and berms
- Build new sidewalks and trails to connect with city streets and frontage roads, including a pedestrian tunnel from south of Excelsior Rd. to Edgewood Dr.
 Watch future Baxter interchange project video on the MnDOT YouTube channel.
Stay tuned—more videos coming on how to navigate the new interchange.
By 2030, the new connections will make traveling through Baxter easier and safer. You’ll notice a new, smoother road surface, better safety for drivers and walkers, improved drainage, and better traffic flow and access. The finished interchange will reflect Baxter’s lakes‑and‑forest identity and create a safer, more reliable way to move around town.
Help us spread the word
Visit the new Hwy 371 and 210—Baxter interchange construction web page and please share this with your friends, family and co-workers.
 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.
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