About this project
Summary of work
![Hwy 61 Resurfacing Map](images/hwy61resurfacing.jpg)
MnDOT resurfaced approximately 10 miles of Hwy 61 from Lake City to Red Wing. Rochester Sand and Gravel were selected as the contractor for this project. Construction started July 5 and was completed in November 2023. Improvements included the following:
- Resurfaced approximately 10 miles of Hwy 61 from Lake City to Red Wing
- Added two bypass lanes in both directions near Frontenac and nine turn lanes
- Turned the intersection at the western end of 296th St. into a cul-de-sac to accommodate the passing lane
- Realigned intersections to improve visibility
- Widened the road in multiple places to accommodate a bike lane
- Upgraded guardrails
- Completed bridge maintenance
- Updated pavement markings to improve safety for both pedestrians and motorists
- Installed eight new light poles at four intersections
Traffic impacts
Crews will continue to be onsite in November completing some minor work and cleanup.