Current traffic impacts
- The bridge is closed to pedestrian and motor traffic
- Detour route is in effect and posted below
- Access to the DNR boat landing, campground and fishing pier will remain open and be available from the east side of the project only
Rendering of new Milan Bridge
Project updates
- August 20, 2019:
- Crews have removed the old bridge; see photos
- Sheeting is in place.
- The process of removing and numbering the historic rip rap began the week of July 29 and will continue for some time.
- Began driving piling and removing sediment from "cans" for the new center pier August 15.
- Check out bridge renderings here
Summary of work
- Replace bridge on Hwy 40 (known as Milan Bridge) over Lac qui Parle Lake
- Update pedestrian access to meet current ADA standards
- Incorporate historical elements into the new bridge through the use of iron railing on both sides
- Maintain fishing access and recreational area
- Handplace stonework to closely match the original construction done by the WPA in 1939
Contractor
- Robert R. Schroeder Construction Co., Glenwood MN
