Weekend Road Closure on Highway 169 Begins July 19

Beginning July 19 motorists will encounter a weekend road closure and a detour on northbound Highway 169 as crews continue resurfacing the road. 

At 9 p.m. Friday, July 19 northbound Hwy 169 between Hwy 55 and I-694/94 will close. All northbound lanes and associated ramps will re-open by 5 a.m., Monday, July 22.

During the closure, motorists should use Interstates 694/94, 394, and 494 and Highway 100 as alternative routes.

Throughout the past 10 years, extensive repairs to the 7.5 mile stretch of the highway have prolonged the life of the road. Current cracks in the road, declining pavement ride quality indexes and drainage issues necessitate pavement reconstruction. The $12.2 million project will improve the existing and future mobility of the road and provide a smoother road surface. The project also includes installing new guardrails and improving bus lanes and pedestrian accessibility.

Information provided by the Minnesota Department of Transportation.