News Release

Willmar, Minn. –

Trunk Highways 7 and 22 east of Hutchinson will open to through traffic on Wednesday (November 24) at 3:00 p.m., according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation office in Hutchinson.

Trunk Highway 7 has been closed since May 17 to complete the $10M reconstruction project between Hutchinson and Silver Lake. Trunk Highway 22 is now on new alignment and will no longer be routed through the city of Hutchinson.

Mn/DOT and Duininck Bros., Inc., prime contractor, thank area residents, businesses and motorists for their patience during this project.