About this project
Summary of work
MnDOT is planning to construct a roundabout at the intersection of Hwy 212 and Hwy 15 near Brownton
Resurfacing will also take place at the intersection of Hwy 15 and the railway for a smoother road surface
The project is currently in its design phase with construction scheduled for 2026
Traffic impacts
A detour will be in place for the roundabout construction work and motorists can expect minor delays traveling through the area
As we near the start of the project in 2026, detour routes and specific construction impacts will be shared with the community
Roundabouts
Project need
- Slow vehicle speeds and lower risk of serious and fatal crashes
- Reduce traffic back-ups and improve traffic flow
- Provide safer pedestrian and bike crossings
Roundabouts show
- 86% decrease in fatal crashes
- 83% decrease in life altering injury crashes
- 42% decrease in all crashes
Source: A Study of the Traffic Safety at Roundabouts in Minnesota (MnDOT 2017)
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