Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

Hwy 218 reconstruction

Blooming Prairie

Summary of work

Hwy 218 Blooming Prairie Reconstruct
Hwy 218 reconstruct project map

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is planning to reconstruct the Hwy 218 corridor through Blooming Prairie will be reconstructed in 2024. This project will include adding new pavement, enhancing accessibility, installing sidewalks and improving everyone’s safety at the 218 and 1st St NE intersection.

Currently, MnDOT is reviewing options for adding through lanes, turn lanes, bicycle and pedestrian facilities with the city of Blooming Prairie.

Public engagement is on-going and anyone with comments or questions are encouraged to reach out to the project management team.

Traffic impacts

Current traffic impacts

  • None