Minnesota Department of Transportation

511 Travel Info

Hwy 23

Pipestone to Russell

About this project

Map of Hwy 23  project

Summary of work

  • Resurface (asphalt) Hwy 23 from Pipestone to Russell.
  • Culvert replacement near Florence.
  • Bridge deck replacement in Pipestone.
  • Culvert lining along the corridor.

Traffic impacts

  • Aug. 8-30: Hwy 23 down to one lane from 171st St (near Holland) to Hwy 14 (near Florence).
  • A flagging operation and pilot car will direct traffic through the work zone.
  • Allow extra travel time, use caution, expect delays.
  • Florence culvert detour: June 3-Aug. 23 - traffic detoured to Hwy 14 and Hwy 91
  • Pipestone bridge detour: Aug. 26-Nov. 1 - traffic detoured to Hwy 75, CR 8 and Hwy 23

Project update

Sep. 6, 2024

  • Culvert replacement in Florence is complete.
  • Russell to Florence detour has been removed Sep. 5.
  • Milling and paving between Florence and Pipestone continues, the road is reduced to one lane, alternating traffic. Allow extra travel time.This work is scheduled to be completed next week, weather pending.
  • Detour (with road closure) from Pipestone to Holland to begin Sep. 5 for bridge deck replacement.