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Roseville, MN 55113
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DULUTH, Minn. — Motorists traveling on Interstate 35 between Duluth and the Twin Cities Metro Area will encounter several single-lane construction work zones that have been causing travel delays.
Motorists can expect delays of two hours or more during peak travel times, especially during holiday weekends or weekends when major events are scheduled. Traffic has been especially heavy on southbound I-35 on Sunday afternoons.
“Peak traffic levels on I-35 occur between noon and 8 p.m. Fridays and between noon and 6 p.m. on Sundays,” said Roberta Dwyer, MnDOT engineer/project manager. “Motorists can avoid congestion by traveling during off-peak times or by taking an alternative route.”
Carlton/Pine County Highway 61and Highway 23 are alternative routes that bypass work zones on I-35 north of Hinckley. A map and video showing alternative routes, I-35 project locations and other information are available at www.mndot.gov/i35southofduluth/. “Late summer and fall are great times to visit Duluth and the North Shore area,” said Amr Jabr, MnDOT District 1 engineer. “With a little pre-planning and patience travelers can get here with minimal delays.”
Most of the I-35 bridge and road improvements being done in the corridor are expected to last approximately 40 years.
The finished improvements to I-35 help preserve I-35 infrastructure and provide a smoother, safer driving surface for motorists.
For real-time traveler information anywhere in Minnesota, visit 511mn.org or dial 511.
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