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Official account of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. For the latest road conditions and answers to your questions, visit mndot.gov/topics.
- Heading to Grandma’s Marathon this weekend? Visit 511mn.org for work zone information and real-time traffic conditions on your route!
- Whether you’re driving or biking, safety starts with you! Drivers, leave plenty of space when passing and double-check blind spots. Cyclists, follow all traffic laws and ride in the same direction as traffic. More tips: bit.ly/3UkNVXx
- Do you use transit in Greater Minnesota? MnDOT wants to hear from you! We’re seeking public comments on the draft Greater Minnesota Transit Plan, our roadmap for future investment and service across the state. Share your thoughts: bit.ly/4vjuU92
- Before hitting the road, make sure your cargo is secure! Loose items can turn into hazards. It only takes a moment to ensure everyone's safety.
- We’re temporarily turning off the lights on Mississippi River bridges in Red Wing, Wabasha and Winona during mayfly hatching season. Turning the lights off helps reduce mayflies on the bridges and keep driving conditions safer. Learn more from @mndotsoutheast ⬇️Lights are temporarily turned off on the Mississippi River bridges in Red Wing, Wabasha and Winona during mayfly hatching. They are turned off to reduce the number of mayflies on the bridges over the next few weeks. News Release: dot.state.mn.us/news/2026/06/1…
- When traffic backs up in a work zone, the zipper merge is the safest and most efficient choice! Use both lanes until the merge point, then take turns. Learn how it works: mndot.gov/zippermerge
- Minnesota Department of Transportation reposted
Weekend traffic delays expected! I-35 in Duluth will close between 10 p.m. Friday, June 12 and 5 a.m. Monday, June 15 for removal of the I-35 pedestrian bridge. Traffic will be detoured during this time. View the closure and detour routes on 511 here: 511mn.org/.../CARSx-1007…
- Smoother landings are coming to Rochester International Airport (RST) in 2027! With support from MnDOT Aeronautics, a new ramp expansion at RST will modernize infrastructure, improve safety and more. Learn more:
- Minnesota’s unofficial state flower is blooming: the orange cone 🧡 Remember to slow down, look out for crews and help keep our work zones safe!
- Minnesota’s 50+ rest areas are here to make every road trip a little easier. Stretch, recharge and enjoy the view! Find a stop that fits your route: mndot.gov/restareas
- Minnesota’s electric vehicle network just got a boost! A new charging station is now open in Burnsville—one of 24 sites funded through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. Learn more: bit.ly/4sevZgi
- From daily errands to weekend plans, public transit is available in every Minnesota county. See who operates in your area and plan your route: bit.ly/4ahSZDi
