Bemidji, Minn. – Motorists on Highway 59 near Newfolden will experience a detour beginning Monday, July 27 as crews begin two box culvert replacements.

The first phase of the project will include Highway 59 north of Newfolden. This phase will detour motorists north of Newfolden onto Marshall county road 28 and Marshall county road 6. Once the box culvert replacement is completed north of Newfolden, crews will begin the box culvert replacement south of Newfolden. Motorists will then detour using Marshall county roads 28 and 31 (formerly 64) and Highway 32.

The construction will improve current drainage systems along the highway. The contractor for the $1.45 million project is Davidson Construction. The project is expected to last through Labor Day, weather permitting. For more information, a detour map and to sign up for email updates, visit the website at mndot.gov/d2/projects/2020/hwy59-newfolden.

Road work continues to be a critical service. MnDOT is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of its employees, contractors and all Minnesotans. Crews continue to follow the guidance of state and federal health officials to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

MnDOT reminds drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and follow traffic signs in work zones.

Please join the MnDOT District 2 Facebook group for updates on construction, road conditions and other transportation related topics. facebook.com/groups/mndotnorthwest. For a complete list of projects for 2020, please visit mndot.gov/d2/projects.

For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit 511mn.org or get the free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.

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