MnDOT unveils plans for project scheduled to begin in May
Starting next fall, there will be no more need for motorcyclists to avoid Hwy. 30 west of New Richland.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation uveiled plans last week for 21 miles of resurfacing Hwy. 30 from New Richland to Mapleton. Detours will be in place. Construction is slated to begin in May and be wrapped up in October.
About this project
This project includes resurfacing 21 miles of Hwy. 30 from the intersection of Hwy. 22 to the west limits of New Richland, replacement of two bridges (box culverts) over Boot Creek near New Richland, lining several culverts, adding lighting at county road intersections, upgrade guardrail as necessary and add aggregate to shoulders.
Summary of work
• Resurfacing 21 miles of Hwy. 30
• Replacement of two bridges (box culverts) over Boot Creek
• Adding lighting at Waseca County Road 1, 11 and 28, and Blue Earth County Road 3
• Upgrade guardrail as necessary
• Add aggregate to shoulders
Traffic impacts
Hwy. 30 will be detoured to resurface the roadway and replace bridges.
Property owners
If you own property along this highway project MnDOT may need to make a purchase or obtain temporary rights from you.
Please review the information on their Land Management site for a better understanding of right-of-way process and your rights as a property owner.
If property needs to be acquired, an agent from our office or from a firm we are working with will contact you.
Schedule
May through October 2020
Location
Hwy. 30 from the intersection of Hwy. 22 to west limits of New Richland
Benefits
• Provides smoother ride
• New bridge crossings
• Improved safety by adding lighting at Waseca County Rd. 11
Cost
$9.8 million (estimate)