MANKATO. – Motorists traveling on Highway 15 south of Winthrop can expect a detour starting Monday, Sept. 18 for approximately a week so crews can complete pavement repairs, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Highway 15 will be closed at the junction of Highway 19 to Sibley County Road 33 (551st Avenue). Traffic will be detoured to Sibley County Road 33 (551st Avenue), South Sibley Street, North Redwood Street, and Highway 19 until the work is complete.

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