AUSTIN — Next year, several bridge replacement and repair projects will begin along the I-90 corridor in Austin. Tomorrow, area residents can learn more about the construction projects during a public information meeting.
On Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Minnesota Department of Transportation will hold its drop-in public information meeting at the Austin Public Library. Because of the drop-in format, attendees can arrive and leave at any time during the two-hour period.
For those who have an accessibility request, such as needing an ASL interpreter or braille documents, email ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or call 651-366-4720.
MnDOT's I-90 bridge reconstruction plan involves replacing or repairing six bridges on or near I-90 in Austin beginning in 2024. Construction is set to end in 2026. MnDOT estimates the cost of the project to be between $45 million and $50 million.
Bridges to be replaced include:
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- Oakland Avenue West (Hwy 105)
- 14th Street Northwest (Hwy 218 north)
- Fourth Street Northwest
- I-90 over Cedar River
- 21st Street Northeast (Hwy 218 south)
Additionally, the bridge along I-90 over Sixth Street Northeast is set to be rehabilitated in 2024 and 2025.
More information about the project can be found on
MnDOT's website
.
