Hwy 12 Reconstruction Project

About this project

MnDOT is planning a large roadway project in Litchfield which will take two construction seasons to complete (2019 & 2020).
2019 - Reconstruction of 4th St. from Hwy 12 to the outlet at Jewett Creek (N Donnelly Ave.). This work will require a detour.
2020 - Work on the Hwy 22 railroad crossing will also take place in 2020. Pavement and a new signal will be installed. This work will require a short detour.
2020 - Reconstruction of Hwy 12 from 4th St. to E Commercial St. Pedestrian crossings and sidewalks will be updated along the project area to meet Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards.
2020 - Reconstruction of Hwy 12 from the intersection of Hwy 12/Hwy 22 to N Holcombe Ave.
2020 - Reconstruction of N Holcombe Ave. from Hwy 12 to E 1st Ave.

Update utilities (sanitary sewer & water) along the project area (2020 construction season)

Work in 2020 will require two detours
The intersection of Hwy 12 & Hwy 22 will remain open until July 5, 2019
The intersection of Hwy 24 and CR 34 will have a temporary signal during the detour/construction

Since much of the Highway 12 reconstruction project is located within and near the Litchfield Historic Commercial District and other historic properties, the Section 106 review process is a crucial component to the project. MnDOT is working closely with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and other appropriate parties to successfully complete the Section 106 process.