News Release

Roseville, Minn.—The Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metro Division, will reopen the exit ramp from 35E Northbound to Shepard Road in St. Paul at 2 p.m. today.

The closure was necessary so crews working on the Lexington Ave. Bridge project could build temporary lanes and a temporary connection to the Shepard Road ramp. The work is also in preparation for moving traffic to the new portion of the bridge, which will also occur some time in October.

This overall project, which is replacement of the current Lexington Ave. Bridge will be completed in 2004.

Mn/DOT reminds motorists to SLOW DOWN in the work zone and NEVER enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones. Please join us in a safety partnership.

For updated construction information and roadway closures in the metro area, visit the 511mn.org

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