Tree clearing for Highway 22 Mankato to St. Peter project begins November 18
MANKATO, Minn. – Motorists are advised to use caution on Highway 22 between Mankato and St. Peter starting Monday, November 18, weather permitting, as workers begin removing trees in preparation for construction, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
The tree clearing operations will occur from Blue Earth County Road 26 (227th Street) in Mankato to the Minnesota River Bridge south of St. Peter.
Motorists should expect lane closures and watch for flaggers. Drivers should also remove distractions and be aware of workers in the area until the completion of the work in late December.
The tree removal is preliminary work for the Highway 22 construction project from Mankato to St. Peter in 2025-26. All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather dependent and subject to change.
Highway 22 Mankato to St. Peter project overview, costs
Highway 22 from Mankato to St. Peter will be closed in 2025-26, with traffic detoured.
The project will include reconstructing the roadway from south of Blue Earth County Road 57 in Mankato to just south of the Minnesota River Bridge in St. Peter, and adding new turn and passing lanes. The project also includes constructing a roundabout at Hill Street (Le Sueur County Road 21) in Kasota, improving lighting at intersections, repairing and replacing bridges, installing snow fence, and preparing for future construction of a walking and biking trail to connect Mankato to St. Peter.
Benefits of the project include enhanced safety for motorists, improved traffic flow, smoother pavement, and preparation for a future walking and biking trail. Mathiowetz Construction Company was awarded the project with a bid of $36,896,294.56.
Stay connected
- Visit the Highway 22 Mankato to St. Peter project website for more information and sign up for email updates.
- Information will be shared on the MnDOT South Central Facebook group and on X @mndotscentral.
- For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit www.511mn.org or get the free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
###