Hwy 12 Ortonville to Hwy 59

Construction details

Construction is currently underway on Highway 12 between Ortonville and Highway 59. The road is closed. Thru-traffic must follow the detour route: Highway 75, Highway 7 and Highway 59.

View latest and past updates about current construction on Highway 12:

Update from Aug. 20, 2021
Update from June 18, 2021

Highway 12 Ortonville to Highway 59 map — *Hwy 12 project map and detour*

Project summary

The Minnesota Department of Transporation will complete a project to resurface, widen shoulders, improve snow trap locations and replace box culverts on Highway 12, from Ortonville/Highway 75 to Highway 59. The project is scheduled for construction in 2021.

Key project elements

Robust road resurfacing (full-depth reclamation)
Shoulder widening
Centerline and entrance culvert replacements and improvements at various locations
Box culvert bridge replacements at various locations
Snow trap improvements (grading and structural)

Public Meeting Recording

Recorded virtual public open house meeting on May 4, 2021.