GRANITE FALLS, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation is opening the Minnesota River Bridge in Granite Falls by the end of the day Thursday, Sept. 17. Drivers should slow down and use caution, as crews finish remaining work.
The bridge is on Highway 212 just east of Highway 23. The project provided a smoother driving surface and extended the bridge’s lifespan.
PCiRoads was the contractor for the $1.67 million project.
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Safety in work zones
Motorists should always be prepared to encounter traffic changes when approaching work zones including lane closures, lane shifts, uneven road surfaces, slow-moving heavy equipment and slow or stopped traffic. To keep everyone safe, drivers must:
- 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.
- Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
- Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.
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