Hwy 27 and 169—north of Onamia

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Impacts

June 1 - early September

• Hwy 169: One lane each way, no shoulders, lane shifts and reduced speeds; traffic will shift and bypass around the closed work zone
  • Be prepared to stop and slow down at busy recreational peaks
• Hwy 27: Closed to/from Hwy 169
  • Detour via Mille Lacs Co. Rd. 23 (Stevens Rd and 60th Ave.)
• Co. Rd. 35 (Twilight Rd.): Access closed to/from Hwy 27 - access north of the intersection
• Business and local access open; however, expect changes and use of temporary entrances, follow signs

About this roundabout project

MnDOT will improve access and safety at the north junction of Hwy 27 and Hwy 169 with a new roundabout. The project requires Hwy 27 to detour.

Highlights

• Install a four-legged roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 27, Hwy 169 and the west Frontage Rd.
• Reconstruct adjacent entrances:
  • Realign Co. Rd. 35 (Twilight Rd.) to/from westbound Hwy 27
  • Install right in-out entrance at the Veterans Club on eastbound Hwy 27
  • Install concrete median with 3/4 accesses to/from Hwy 169
• Install pedestrian crosswalks and approaches

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