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Nov. 20, 2024

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I-35 Hinckley construction work finishing for 2024

DULUTH, Minn. –  The Minnesota Department of Transportation has completed major construction work on I-35 near Hinckley for the 2024 season. Traffic has returned to the normal two lane each direction pattern, and significant traffic impacts are not expected until May 2025.  

Southbound construction including the rail bridge, southbound Grindstone River bridge and southbound Highway 48 on and off ramps will be completed in 2025. In the spring, lanes will be restricted to single lane, head-to-head traffic again.

For maps and general project information, please visit the Hinckley Bridge Replacement Project

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