Westbound Hwy 16 lane closed for bridge deck repairs July 21 east of Houston

HOUSTON, Minn. – Motorists on Highway 16 east of Houston will encounter brief delays with a lane closure beginning July 21 as crews repair a bridge deck, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

MnDOT bridge maintenance crews are making repairs in the westbound bridge lane, about a half mile east of Highway 76. A temporary traffic signal will be in place to allow motorists to take turns based on the signal.

Repair work could take up to 10 days. If work is completed earlier, it will reopen sooner, weather permitting.

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.
Know before you go. Get real-time information about traffic and road conditions at www.511mn.org or get the free 511mn smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
Do the zipper merge.
Avoid making unnecessary lane changes.
Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.

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