MnDOT will resurface and improve 13 miles of Hwy 18 from Hwy 169, east of Garrison, to Hwy 47 in Malmo, Aitkin County. Project requires a detour.
Work summary
Resurface the road (cold in-place recycle)
Replace or repair drainage pipes/culverts
Install mumble/rumble strips and restripe
Hwy 18 along north Mille Lacs Lake, Aitkin County. Select map for larger PDF
Future impacts
Project requires a detour. Route to use Hwy 169, Co. Rd. 28, Co. Rd. 12 and Hwy 47 (adds 24 miles). Detour plan map, PDF
Access will be maintained and open to those who live, work or visit areas within the closed work zone. However, expect hard closures at times to replace pipes under the road.
