MANKATO — Highway 14 Minnesota River Bridge construction in Mankato begins Monday, May 6, weather permitting, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Motorists can expect traffic delays and congestion, especially during peak travel times. The bridge rehabilitation project includes concrete work on the bridge deck to extend the life of the bridge. Highway 14 will remain open to through traffic in a head-to-head configuration. There will be shoulder, lane, and ramp closures as the work is completed in four stages. The first stage includes shoulder and lane closures ...