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April 30, 2026

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Bridge painting begins May 4 near Albert Lea

ALBERT LEA, Minn. – A bridge painting project will begin on May 4 near Albert Lea, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

A MnDOT contractor will begin painting the I-90 bridge at Petran, east of Albert Lea on Monday, May 4. There will be a lane closure on Freeborn County Road 46 lane under I-90 during the work. Painting is expected to be completed at the end of May.

The I-35 northbound and southbound bridges in Albert Lea over the railroad and bike path are scheduled to be painted June through July. The bike path will be closed during work.

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