Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

Hwy 29

Chippewa River Bridge replacement

OPEN HOUSE: Learn about upcoming construction on Monday, April 10, 4-7 p.m. at Benson City Hall, 1410 Kansas Ave. Stop by whenever it's convenient!

Project details

Project area map

In 2023, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will complete a project to replace the Hwy 29 bridge over the Chippewa River, north of Benson.

Key project elements

  • Replace bridge over Chippewa River

Upcoming traffic impacts

  • Road closed, detour
  • Local traffic: road will be impassable at the bridge site

Attention travelers: You may encounter another nearby project/detour on Highway 12, west of Benson. Learn more about the Hwy 12 bridge replacements.