News Release

BEMIDJI, Minn.- Motorists are cautioned that effective immediately the regulatory speed limit on the westbound lane of State Highway 2, east of State Highway 9 in Polk County will be changed from 65 MPH to 40 MPH. This speed limit change is due to emergency repairs on Highway 2.

Please remember to slow down and stay alert - fines double in work zones.

Current construction and weather reports are available from Mn/DOT's 511 Traveler Information Service by dialing 5-1-1 or via the Internet at www.511mn.org.