MnDOT will reconstruct and improve motorist and pedestrian safety on Hwy 71/Main St. S in Sauk Centre in 2028 and 2029. The project includes new roundabouts and connections, city utilities and a pedestrian/bike path.
Reconstruct and update Hwy 71 (Main St. S) from Stearns Co. Rd. 186 (S Limit St./12th St. S) and Birch St. N, includes:
City underground utilities (water and sanitary sewer) and street lighting
Curb/gutter and underground storm sewer
Replace the signalized intersection at Hwy 71 (Main St. S) and Sinclair Lewis Ave. with a new single-lane mini roundabout
Improve access and traffic flow along Hwy 71 between Lake St. N and Birch St. N with a new single-lane roundabout that connects to/from Fifth St. N (hospital)
Extend and add a new 10-ft pedestrian/bike path along both sides of Hwy 71 to Co. Rd. 186 (S Limit St./12th St. S)
Replace the enhanced crosswalk signal systems near Fourth St. S and 1st St. N
Resurface and make repairs to the Sauk River bridge, includes a pedestrian/bike path
Resurface Hwy 71 between I-94 and Co. Rd. 186 (S Limit St./12th St. S)
Future impacts
Project requires road and sidewalk closures with detours
