Latest news releases Hwy 7 reopened west of Silver Lake WILLMAR, Minn. – Aug 18, 2022:(4:00 p.m.) Hwy 7 has reopened west of Silver Lake. It was temporarily closed earlier today due to a crash. Stay informed Learn about road construction projects and studies (2022-2024) in southwest Minnesota and sign up for email updates at MnDOT’s website ###