I-35 lane closures at Atkinson Bridge in Carlton County start July 7

DULUTH, Minn. –The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be completing final bridge deck work on I-35 at the Atkinson bridge in Carlton County starting on Monday, July 7. Motorists can expect single lane traffic on both northbound and southbound I-35 on weekdays. Closures will be removed prior to 1 p.m. on Fridays. All work is expected to be complete by July 18.

This work is to complete the bridge project that started in 2024. For maps and project information, please visit the website here: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/atkinson-bridge/index.html

Work Zone Safety Tips:

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 www.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.

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