Join us for a virtual public meeting on Tue, March 24 to learn more about upcoming construction, detours, and anticipated traffic impacts. For more information, visit the meetings webpage.
Traffic impacts
I-35E in St. Paul and Lilydale project area map
All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent.
Upcoming
Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be posted as details become available. Motorists can expect ramp closures on I-35E and Hwy 5/West 7th St. and lane closures during construction. Crews will build a temporary berm and roadway to carry traffic on I-35E over Shepard Rd. during construction.
Road closures
Mid-April through fall
- Shepard Rd. is closed between Lexington Pkwy. and Otto Ave.
About this project
We will replace the aging I-35E bridge over Shepard Rd. near downtown St. Paul, which is near the end of its service life. Replacing the bridge will save money that is being spent on repairs and other maintenance in addition to providing a new, modern structure that will provide safe transportation for motorists for many years. Additional concrete repairs will be made on the I-35E Mississippi River bridge to provide a smoother driving surface and extend the life of the bridge.
Summary of work
- Replace the I-35E bridge over Shepard Rd.
- Concrete pavement reconstruction and repairs on I-35E bridge over the Mississippi River