Work Progresses on One of Minnesota’s Largest Road Projects

Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- Work is continuing on one of Minnesota's largest road projects as the state's 2025 construction season approaches its halfway point.

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A detour has been in place in the work area since work resumed on the massive project. Motorists who have navigated the workzone have also noticed construction of a new flyover ramp.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation indicates the $27.5 million project is set to finish by the end of the 2026 construction season. 

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Lane Closures in Place on Interstate 90, Hwy. 52 South Closed Near Rochester As Massive Road Work Project Continues

I-90 is down to one lane in each direction at the Hwy. 52 interchange southeast of Rochester. The lane closure is to accommodate the demolition of the eastbound I-90 overpass at Hwy. 52. 

A detour has been in place to accommodate the project to transform the interchange. Hwy. 52 is closed in both directions south of I-90.

The ramp connecting eastbound I-90 to Hwy. 52 has been closed as have the ramps linking northbound Hwy. 52 to I-90. Traffic has been detoured to the Eyota exit.

Crews have also begun construction of the flyover ramp that will connect southbound Hwy. 52 traffic to westbound I-90. The ramp is expected to cut left turns at the busy interchange by 92%, MnDOT says.

Earlier this month, crews began setting beams for the new eastbound I-90 overpass at the interchange. the new overpass is scheduled to be completed by the end of the construction season.

Next year, crews will replace the westbound I-90 overpass at the interchange.