Lane closures on westbound I-94 near Barnesville, Minnesota, are scheduled to begin on October 21, 2024, as the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) undertakes necessary repairs to the concrete pavement. The right lane will close on October 21, and from October 22 to 23, traffic will be directed to exit and entrance ramps at the Highway 34 interchange for approximately 2 to 3 hours. Flaggers will be present to manage traffic flow during this period. Following the repairs, the right lane will remain closed for an additional week to allow the pavement to cure properly. These closures are part of ongoing efforts to maintain safe and efficient travel on Minnesota highways. [b75834d6]
In addition to the upcoming work on I-94, drivers in Virginia are currently facing disruptions due to bridge construction on I-81 in Augusta County. This construction, which began on September 8 and will continue through September 10, 2024, involves overnight left lane closures and slow-roll traffic control as crews work on the new Route 635 bridge over I-81. Southbound lanes will experience periodic closures between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., with delays expected to last up to 20 minutes. Virginia State Police are managing traffic control to ensure safety during the construction. [97dbb7f0]
Meanwhile, travelers on U.S. Highway 12 in Naches, Washington, are also advised to prepare for delays during the Labor Day weekend due to repair work following the Retreat Fire. The highway has been reduced to one lane in certain areas, and a section near Rimrock Lake is closed for culvert replacement, with a detour expected to add an additional 20 to 25 minutes to travel time. [81f3265d]
Lastly, the Twin Ports interchange project in Duluth, Minnesota, continues to impact traffic with single-lane closures on I-35 as part of a $435 million effort to enhance safety and traffic flow. The I-535 Blatnik Bridge will be completely closed from August 15 to August 16 to complete final bypass connections, with the project expected to be completed around the summer of 2026. [a806af3e]