Construct new interchange
MnDOT will build new bridges with frontage connections at the busy intersection of Hwy 371 and Hwy 210 for improved safety, future growth and traffic flow in the Brainerd/Baxter area in 2028-2030.
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Highlights
- Extend the Hwy 371 east (Dellwood Dr.) and west (Edgewood Dr.) frontage roads between Hwy 210 and Excelsior Rd., includes single-lane roundabouts to improve local access and traffic flow
- Construct a new Hwy 371 bridge to span the BNSF railway and Hwy 210 and an additional bridge over Excelsior Rd.
- Relocate Elder Dr. access to the west at Isle Dr.
- Reconfigure the west access and close the east Design Rd. access at Hwy 371
- Keep right-in access points to/from Golf Course Dr. and Fairview Rd.
- Update underground infrastructure, includes storm drainage
- Install retaining walls and berms
- New sidewalk/trails along the interchange to connect with city streets and frontage roads, includes tunnel from south of Excelsior Rd. to Edgewood Dr.
- Revised design layout Feb. 2026 (PDF)