Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

Highway 65

Blaine

About this project

Hwy 65 between 97th Avenue and 125th Avenue/Main Street in Blaine project location map
Hwy 65 project area map
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In 2026, we will begin a project to reconstruct Hwy 65 to improve safety and mobility between 97th Ave. and 125th Ave./Main St. in Blaine. This project will improve travel time and reduce crashes along the highway.

Summary of work

  • Reconstruct Hwy 65 as a freeway-design with grade-separated interchanges at:
    • 99th Ave.
    • 105th Ave.
    • 109th Ave.
    • 117th Ave./Cloud Dr.
  • Reroute existing local street/driveway connections using frontage/backage roads between 97th Ave. and 125th Ave.
  • Reconstruct existing sidewalk along the roadway to meet Americans with Disability Act (ADA) standards

Traffic impacts

All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent. Access will be maintained to all businesses and homes during construction.

Upcoming

Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be provided as details become available. Motorists will encounter closures and detours during construction.