Blatnik Bridge lane closures start July 7 for routine inspections
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be conducting routine bridge inspections on I-535 Blatnik Bridge starting on July 7. Motorists can expect right lane closures with a 10’ width restriction with a 45-mph speed zone during working hours of 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Work will begin on the Superior bound side of the bridge. Inspections will take approximately three weeks to complete.
Work zone safety tips
- 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.
- Know before you go. Get real-time information about traffic and road conditions at 511mn.org or get the free 511mn smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
- Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
- Do the zipper merge.
- Avoid making unnecessary lane changes.
- Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.
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