The City of Becker is working with MnDOT on creating an interchange project for the intersections of Hwy.10 and Hwy. 25 in Becker.

According to MnDOT crash mapping software, the existing intersections at the Hwy.10/25 corridor in Becker have crash ratings and critical rates that exceed the statewide average for the type of intersection. 

Due to that information, the proposed interchange project would include bridging and aligning of roads to significantly improve vehicle and rail safety, and increase regional mobility and accessibility.

Once the interchange is constructed, it will remove two at-grade rail crossings and two at-grade intersections with Hwy. 10.

The total project cost for this phase is $4.2 million. This funding will be used to prepare final design, conduct site preparation work, and acquire right-of-way for an interchange to be constructed at the intersection of 10 and 25. 

Co. Rd. 52 and Co. Rd. 8 would be realigned to intersect on the south side of the proposed interchange. Local streets on the north side of Hwy. 10 would be extended to create additional buildable commercial areas with safe connection points to Hwy. 25.

Local senators, Tom Bock and a Senate Capital Investment staff member plan a tour stop in Becker during their Northern Minnesota tour planned for August 24-26. Staff at the City of Becker plan to attend this event to show support for their local transportation network that supports business growth opportunities.