Those traveling between Buffalo and Montrose on Hwy. 25 will soon encounter delays when the road closes and detours to replace underground infrastructure and reconstruct seven miles of road surface beginning Wednesday, Aug. 14.

Here’s what to expect:

• Through traffic: Hwy. 25 will close all through traffic between Settlers Parkway in Buffalo and Hwy.12 near Montrose on Aug. 14. A signed detour uses Wright Co. Rd. 12 in Buffalo to Hwy. 12 in Montrose, back to Hwy. 25. All lanes will reopen by Oct. 13, 2019;

• Local traffic: Access will be restricted to those who live, work or need access to locations along the Hwy. 25 work area. Access will be maintained and open, however expect changes, gravel or grooved road surfaces. Plan for segments of alternate one way traffic with flaggers and use of a pilot car. The road will also close temporarily at locations to replace or repair underground pipes/culverts. To avoid delays, seek the nearest side road to enter or exit the Hwy. 25 work zone.

Motorists navigating the work zone are advised to watch for workers, stay out of closed areas, obey flaggers directions and expect slow moving trucks entering and exiting work areas.

When complete in mid-October, the $6.1 million Hwy. 25 improvement project will extend the life of the road pavement by using a full-depth reclamation process and improve drainage and safety in Wright County. 

To learn more details about the Hwy. 25 project or subscribe to project email updates, log onto www.mndot/d3/projects/2019/h25/.

For real-time travel information anywhere in Minnesota, check www.511mn.org.