News Release

Roseville, Minn.— The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) will CLOSE the loop from westbound I-494 to southbound Highway 169 in EDEN PRAIRIE at 5 a.m. on Monday, August 2.

Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour route during the closure. The detour is to exit at the northbound Highway 169 ramp and go left at the signal at the top of the ramp.

Weather permitting, the loop is scheduled to re-open in late October 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 statewide traffic, construction and travel information visit www.511mn.org or call 511.

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