I-35W

Burnsville

Traffic impacts

All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent.

Current

Lane closures

Through 6 a.m. Sat, Nov. 9

I-35W is reduced to two lanes in both directions between the I-35/I-35E/I-35W split and Black Dog Rd.
- E-ZPass lanes will be open to general traffic between the Burnsville Split and Black Dog Rd.

Upcoming

Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available. Motorists can expect road, lane and ramp closures as work is completed.

About this project

In coordination with the City of Burnsville and Dakota County, we will resurface I-35W between Cliff Rd. and the Burnsville Split.

Summary of work

Replace both pavement and concrete pavement on I-35W
Bridge repair, or replace bridges at Cliff Rd., Hwy 13 and Burnsville Pkwy.
Update guardrail
Improve drainage

Schedule

Preliminary crossover construction: October through November 2024
Construction: April 2025 through fall 2026

Location

I-35W between Cliff Rd. and the I-35/35W/35E split in Burnsville

Benefits

Improved drainage
Provides smoother road surface
Preserve historic features
Rebuild bridges
Extend pavement life

Cost

$80 million (current estimate)

Environmental regulations

This project may or may not have impacts to resources or go through additional regulatory processes. Contact the project manager if you have questions about these environmental regulations.