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News Release

May 12, 2005

Highway 61 Mississippi River bridge inspection begins May 16; lane closures expected

     

Roseville, Minn.— The Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) will begin inspecting the Highway 61 bridge spanning the Mississippi River in HASTINGS between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day, Monday, May 16 through Friday, May 20, 2005. The inspection will begin on the northbound side of the bridge and will move to the southbound side.

One lane of traffic will be closed on the bridge during inspection hours. Flaggers will direct traffic across the bridge during the inspection. Motorists are advised to allow extra time and may experience delays.

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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Contact:
Kevin Walker, Mn/DOT
Metro District Communications
651
/582-1362


 

Metro District:
1500 County Road B2 West
Roseville, MN 55113
Office Tel: 612/582-1000