MnDOT crews on Hwy 65 to seal the road by Albert Lea, motorists to encounter short detour
ALBERT LEA, Minn. – Motorists travelling on Highway 65 in Albert Lea should plan for extra travel time August 14 when crews begin seal work, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
MnDOT crews will be present in Albert Lea on Hwy 65 Wednesday, August 14. The team will be resealing the road, which will require a short detour. Be prepared to alter your route. The detour will follow Blake Avenue, to East Main Street, then return to Hwy 65.
Dry weather is needed for the crews to finish the work. Rain may delay the completion and crew members may be present through Friday.
Chip sealing is a thin film of heated asphalt liquid sprayed on the road surface, followed by the placement of small rocks ("chips"). The chips are compacted bond to the asphalt, and then excess stones are swept from the surface. This protects the pavement from the effects of sun and water, increases skid resistance, fills small cracks and other surface defects. It can extend the life of the asphalt from 5-7 years.
Safety in work zones
Motorists should always be prepared to encounter traffic changes when approaching work zones including lane closures, lane shifts, uneven road surfaces, slow-moving heavy equipment and slow or stopped traffic. To keep everyone safe, drivers must:
• Obey posted speed limits. The fine for speeding in a work zone is $300.
• Drive undistracted. Avoid using cell phones, mobile devices, adjusting the radio – even eating –while in work zones.
• Move over. Give workers room to safely complete their work.
• Know before you go. Get real-time information about traffic and road conditions at www.511mn.org or get the free 511mn smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
• Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times.
• Do the zipper merge.
• Avoid making unnecessary lane changes.
• Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones.
State connected informed
• Check out other MnDOT southeast Minnesota construction projects and sign up for construction
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