WILLMAR, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation is reopening the Minnesota River Bridge in Granite Falls by the end of the day June 19. Resurfacing work will continue, and a second temporary detour is expected later this summer.
The bridge is on Highway 212 just east of Highway 23. The project will provide a smoother driving surface and extend the bridge’s lifespan. PCiRoads is the contractor for the $1.67 million project.
Safety in work zones
Motorists should always be prepared to encounter traffic changes when approaching work zones including lane closures, lane shifts, uneven road surfaces, slow-moving heavy equipment and slow or stopped traffic. To keep everyone safe, drivers must:
- Obey posted speed limits. The fine for speeding in a work zone is $300.
- Drive undistracted. Avoid using cell phones, mobile devices, adjusting the radio – even eating –while in work zones.
- Move over. Give workers room to safely complete their work.
- Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
- Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.
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