3rd Ave. SE Bridge Closure Begins July 6 in Downtown Rochester

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Another road closure will hit downtown Rochester next month. 

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It comes as progress continues on the LINK Bus Rapid Transit Line (LinkBRT). 

A news release issued by the City of Rochester says construction on the bus line will begin to expand to new areas of the corridor now that work has passed the early-season ramp up. 

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Officials say the Link BRT is on track to begin offering fare-free rides in the Fall of 2027. 

3rd Ave. SE Bridge in Downtown Rochester to Close for Over One Month Starting July 6

Starting Monday, July 6, the 3rd Ave. SE bridge between Rochester City Hall and the Mayo Civic Center will close in both directions. 

The closure is to allow crews to complete regular maintenance on the bridge and to create a “safer, more comfortable and more accessible experience for pedestrians,” the news release says. 

Crews are anticipated to finish the work by mid-August. 

Detour Route

Due to the ongoing 2nd St. SE closure, the detour route will be 4th St. SE, South Broadway Ave. and East Center St. The sidewalks on the 3rd Ave. SE bridge will also be closed.

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Bicyclists and pedestrians are encouraged to use the river crossing that is behind the Olmsted County Government Center.