Hwy 10, 29 and 71—Wadena construction

Know before you go: check 511mn.org

Current work zone

Information subject to change. News release (5/20)

Hwy 10 open: Wadena to west

Through fall

• One lane each direction between Co. Rd. 4 and 620th Ave.
  • Expect lane shifts, no shoulders, head-to-head traffic and multiple crews at work
  • Business access is maintained, follow signs

Hwy 10 detour: Wadena to Verndale

Through early July

• Road closed to through traffic from Co. Rd. 4 to east of Oink Joint Rd.
  • Detour: Co. Rd. 4 and Co. Rd. 23 (PNG)
    • Watch for a temporary all-way stop at Co. Rd. 4 and Co. Rd. 23
    • Expect delays and follow all work zone signs
    • Business access is maintained within the work zone, follow signs from the detour route
• Hwy 10 open east of the closure
  • Enter/exit Hwy 10 from Verndale
    • Use U-turns to navigate eastbound/westbound Hwy 10
  • Please refrain from using gravel roads to cut across - this helps reduce dust, maintains slower speeds and keeps the road safely open for local businesses and residents

Detour map

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Upcoming

Hwy 29, Hwy 71 open: Wadena

Work begins after June 22

2026 work

April - late October

Wadena is open

Access for those who live, work or visit areas along this project will be open and maintained at all times. However, expect these changes:

• Hard closures at times; contact businesses prior to your visit
• Use of a side streets, alleys or back/side entrances
• Gravel or grooved surfaces or temporary entrances
• Pedestrians will have sidewalk closures with detours