Hwy 40 Milan Bridge Project

The bridge is closed to pedestrian and motor traffic.
Detour route is in effect - the detour has been moved to state Hwy 119 and US 59/Hwy 7 (to/from Appleton) and will remain in place for the duration of the project.
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

November 5, 2019:
The contractor has advised MnDOT that they will not complete the project as scheduled in 2019
When weather is favorable, work will continue on the east abutment and retaining walls on both sides of the bridge until mid-December
The slope will be stabilized and sheeting will stay in place over the winter
The project will be suspended until March 16, 2020, when the contractor is expected to set beams and prepare the deck for pouring concrete on April 15, 2020
Riprap work and grading will start up in April 2020

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