Minnesota Department of Transportation

From construction projects to reporting issues on Minnesota highways, MnDOT’s “Popular Topics” page has you covered. Get answers to your most-asked questions: mndot.gov/topics

Share your thoughts on improving Highway 8 between Chisago City and Taylors Falls! Join us on Aug. 4 at the Chisago Lakes Area Library or Aug. 6 at the Taylors Falls Community Center to give feedback. Can’t attend? Complete our online survey! Learn more: bit.ly/3MMI75s

Stay up to date on construction in your area—explore our website for the latest news on ongoing and upcoming projects: bit.ly/3OF3qrP 🚧

The Stone Arch Bridge is one of the most iconic representations of Minnesota’s cultural and industrial history.   After a year and a half of maintenance, I’m proud of @MnDOT for fixing it safely, under budget, ahead of schedule.   It’s now officially ready for Minnesota summer!

Slow down, stay alert and look out for each other in work zones!

Help improve your bus ride by taking our survey! Tell us what’s working and what’s not—your feedback will help shape the future of transit in Greater Minnesota. Learn more: bit.ly/44lul3A

It might be summer, but we’re hiring snowplow drivers and more! We have job openings statewide and offer great benefits. Visit our careers page to get started: mndot.gov/careers

It's Rural Transit Day! Did you know that public transit is available in every Minnesota county? These agencies help connect residents to jobs, schools, healthcare, and more. Learn more: bit.ly/4ahSZDi

Summer’s in full swing! ☀️ More people are out walking, biking, and enjoying the weather. Slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians. Learn more: bit.ly/3tQOPkU

MnDOT manages about 175,000 acres of green space across the state. By planting and maintaining native vegetation, we help create and protect vital habitat for pollinators—like this Dakota Skipper butterfly! Learn more: mndot.gov/pollinators

Speeding? Major ick. Drive smart—slower is safer.

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 The I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis will shine red, white, and blue tonight in celebration of Independence Day.

Heading out for the holiday weekend? Plan ahead! Check 511mn.org for road work and real-time traffic updates—and avoid surprises along the way.

⚠️ Holiday weekends are prime time for scammers—stay alert! Don’t respond to texts or emails claiming to be from E-ZPass or other tolling agencies about unpaid tolls. Delete and don’t click on anything that seems off or suspicious. Learn more: bit.ly/3zT23Rc

Whether you’re commuting or cruising, watch for motorcycles—it could save a life.

Tonight and tomorrow, the I-35W Bridge will be lit green in honor of the late Speaker Emerita Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman. We join Minnesotans in remembering their lives and legacies.

See tracks? Look for the blue and white sign. Knowing where to find it and how to use it in an emergency can help you save a life! Learn more about rail safety: bit.ly/47B6pcs

Reminder: We want your feedback on our Statewide Bicycle+ System Plan! Help shape how MnDOT supports biking and other transportation options like e-bikes and scooters. Learn more: bit.ly/43How07

Watch for weekend highway closures in the Twin Cities metro June 27-30: • Eastbound I-94 in St. Paul • I-494 both directions Edina to Richfield • I-35W in both directions in Richfield Know before you go—check 511mn.org to avoid travel delays!

Stuck in a work zone with heavy traffic? Don’t rush the merge—zip it. When traffic slows down, use both lanes until the merge point, then take turns. It’s not rude—it’s the zipper merge, and it keeps traffic moving. Learn more: mndot.gov/zippermerge