Lane closures Feb. 24 near Highway 14 / Broadway Avenue in Rochester
Motorists who travel through the intersection of Highway 14 and Broadway Avenue in Rochester may encounter lane closures Monday, Feb. 24 while crews are conducting pavement tests to prepare for a future construction project, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
Traffic will remain open, but lane closures will occur near the work from 9 a.m. to noon. Traffic delays may occur at times near this intersection. Work will take place in the southbound to westbound ramp, so the ramp lane will be closed, and the westbound Hwy 14 right lane will be closed adjacent to the ramp. The closures are needed to protect the workers on the road. The closures will be removed once the work is completed.
Construction is scheduled for this intersection in 2027. To learn more about the construction project and sign up for updates, go to the MnDOT project website.
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 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.
Stay connected, informed
- Check out other MnDOT southeast Minnesota construction projects and sign up for construction updates.
- Search job openings at the Minnesota Management and Budget website and sign up to receive southeast Minnesota job alerts.
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