Hwy 3 Empire Township to Farmington Project

About this project

Highway 3 project area map in Empire Township and Farmington — Hwy 3 project area map.

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MnDOT, in coordination with the City of Farmington, Empire Township and Dakota County, will construct a roundabout at the intersection of Co. Rd. 66. A roundabout will improve safety, the overall operation at the intersection and reduce delays at Co. Rd. 66.

Summary of work

Construct a new roundabout at Hwy 3/Co. Rd. 66
Construct trail on Co. Rd. 66 from Hwy 3 to Cascade Dr.
Construct a trail on the east side of Hwy 3 from Co. Rd. 66 to 209th St. W
Construct trail on west side of Hwy 3 from 205th St. to Willow St.
Improve drainage
Add landscaping near roundabout

Traffic impacts

All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent.

Upcoming

Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available. Motorists can expect a full closure of Hwy 3 at Co. Rd. 66. All businesses and residences will remain accessible throughout the project however, it may not be your normal route.