Hwy 10, 29 and 71—Wadena construction

Know before you go: check 511mn.org

Current work zone

Information subject to change.

Hwy 10

Through fall

• Open one lane each way between 620th Ave. and Oink Joint Rd.
  • Expect head-to-head traffic with lane shifts, narrow or no shoulders and multiple crews at work
• Business access is maintained, follow signs

Hwy 29

Through early September

• Open one lane each way from Hwy 71 to west of Wadena
  • Expect no shoulders, lane shifts, flaggers and changes to access; follow signs.
  • Pedestrians will encounter sidewalk closures; follow signs.
• Local businesses remain open during construction.
• 4th St. SW/Hwy 29 intersection closed: July 8 for about one week to install new storm sewer.
  • Detour: Fifth St. SW, Aldrich Ave. SW and Second St. SW
• Truck detour: Co. Rd.75, Hwy 10 and Hwy 71
  • Note: The work zone doesn't provide enough room for large vehicles to turn.

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Future impacts

Hwy 71: Hwy 10 to Franklin Ave.

Late July to early September

• Open through work zone
  • Expect no shoulders, lane shifts, flaggers and changes to access; follow signs.
  • This is downtown Wadena - please slow down and watch for pedestrians and bikers!

Pedestrians

• Sidewalk closures, follow signs (usually along the adjacent side)

2026 work

April - late October

Wadena is open

Access for those who live, work or visit areas along this project will be open and maintained at all times. However, expect these changes:

• Hard closures at times; contact businesses prior to your visit
• Use of a side streets, alleys or back/side entrances
• Gravel or grooved surfaces or temporary entrances
• Pedestrians will have sidewalk closures with detours