Almanac: At the Capitol

Word just came from MnDOT of another major road closure because of bridge concerns. Here's the news release:

To be released: Immediately

Unplanned closure of northbound I-35W in Minneapolis on Oct. 29

ROSEVILLE, Minn. — The northbound lanes of Interstate 35W at the eastern junction of I-35W and Highway 62 were closed this afternoon and remain closed until further notice. As a safety precaution, crews are evaluating a temporary bridge on westbound Hwy 62 that is currently under construction and runs above northbound I-35W. The temporary bridge for westbound Hwy 62 is part of the I-35W/Hwy 62 Crosstown Reconstruction project.

The southbound lanes of I-35W and all lanes of Hwy 62 remain open.

Motorists should follow the posted detours during the closures.

The Minnesota State Patrol will be using extraordinary enforcement to ensure that motorists stay out of closed areas.

For updated information motorists can call 511 or visit www.511mn.org.

For more information on the I-35W/Hwy 62 Crosstown Reconstruction project, visit www.mndot.gov, call the Crosstown Project hotline at 1-866/743-6590, send an e-mail to crosstown@rranow.com.

Mn/DOT reminds motorists to slow down in work zones and never enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones. For statewide traffic, construction and travel information visit www.511mn.org or call 511 or log onto www.mndot.gov