Painting work is scheduled to continue on the 36th Avenue Bridge overnight from Monday, May 19, to Thursday, May 23. To facilitate this work, the bridge, the pedestrian bridge, and the southbound lanes on Highway 169 will be closed each night from approximately 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Southbound traffic on Highway 169 will be detoured using the 36th Avenue on- and off-ramps.

During this time, westbound traffic on 36th Avenue will be detoured using the northbound Highway 169 on-ramp to Rockford Road to southbound Highway 169. Eastbound traffic on 36th Avenue will be detoured using the southbound Highway 169 on-ramp to Medicine Lake Road to northbound Highway 169.

Please note that all construction activities and traffic impacts are subject to change based on weather and scheduling conditions.

 PLEASE DRIVE WITH CARE IN WORK ZONES

• When approaching any work zone, please reduce your speed and proceed with care and caution.
• Stay alert, as work zones can change frequently.
• Keep an eye out for workers and slow-moving equipment.
• Always obey posted speed limits; remember that the fine for speeding in a work zone is $300.
• Minimize distractions while driving.
• Practice patience and be prepared for delays, especially during peak travel times.

For more information, including upcoming traffic impacts and detours, visit the MnDOT project webpage.