Summary of work: Replace the deck of Veteran's Memorial Bridge, which spans over the Minnesota River, the railroad, and Riverfront Dr. Repair approach panels and joints on the bridge over Hwy 169. Replace the signals at the interchange of Hwy 169 and Belgrade Ave. Replace pedestrian ramps and sidewalk to meet Americans with Disabilities (ADA) standards. Provide dual left turn lanes to the Hwy 169 southbound on-ramp. Improve roadway drainage

Traffic impacts: Traffic will be detoured during construction into late fall 2026, weather permitting. Final completion is expected in early summer 2027 with remaining work completed under traffic without additional detours.

View complete information: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d7/projects/vetsbridge/index.html

Grant: Grant Agreement No. 1061718, State of Minnesota Local Bridge Replacement Program, SP 137-152-002 Veteran’s Memorial Bridge and Hwy 169/Belgrade Interchange Project

Agency Leadership: Susan MH Arntz, City Manager, 507-387-8695

Grant Manager: Cory Bienfang, City Engineer, 507-387-8643