MANKATO – Motorists traveling Highway 15/60 near Madelia should expect changes to traffic starting Friday, June 16, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

The following traffic changes will occur:

• The westbound Highway 60/southbound Highway 15 CSAH 9 ramps will close.

• The CSAH 3 westbound Highway 60/southbound Highway 15 entrance ramp will open.

• The westbound Highway 60 exit ramp at the north interchange of Highway 15/60 will open for westbound Highway 60 traffic wanting to access Madelia or Highway 15 north.

• The detour route for southbound Highway 15 traffic will change from CSAH 9 to CSAH 3.

Traffic is expected to remain impacted with a combination of detours and two-way traffic in the eastbound lanes until mid-October, weather permitting.

Visit the project website for detour maps and more information.

MnDOT is resurfacing seven miles of Highway 15/60 from the Highway 15/60 interchange south of Madelia to the Highway 15/60 interchange north of Madelia. This is the second year of a two-year project.

Construction this year includes resurfacing the westbound lanes, lighting, drainage repairs, updating guardrail, and rehabbing several bridges. Construction on the eastbound lanes of Highway 15/60 was completed in 2022.

Benefits of the projects include improved pavements and drainage, smoother road surfaces and increased safety along the corridor.

Hoffman Construction Company was awarded the project with a bid of $24,988,466.21.

Learn more about the Hwy 15/60 project and sign up for email and text message updates at the project website. Information will also be shared on the MnDOT South Central Minnesota Facebook group and the MnDOT District 7 Twitter account.

For updated road condition information visit www.511mn.org or get a free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.

Important reminders for motorists regarding work zone safety:

• Slow down when approaching every work zone.

• Never enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones.

• Stay alert; watch for workers and slow-moving equipment.

• Obey posted speed limits. Fine for a violation in a work zone is $300.

• Minimize distractions behind the wheel.

• Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times.