Hwy 22 and Hwy 109 Detour in Wells Begins April 28
Summary
MN DOT announces a Highway 22 and Highway 109 construction project in Wells with detour starting April 28. Hwy 109 will be closed to through-traffic from west of Rose Hill Cemetery to Hwy 22, and Hwy 22 will be closed from the northern intersection with Hwy 109 to south of 1st Street Southwest throughout the 2026 construction season. Through-traffic will be detoured via Highways 22, 109, Interstate 90, and Faribault County Road 21. Ulland Brothers was awarded the $16,379,813.06 contract. Local access to homes and businesses will be maintained.
What changed
MN DOT announces a road construction project in Wells, Minnesota, with road closures and detours beginning April 28, 2026. The project includes pavement and utility improvements, upgraded bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, and new safety features such as narrower lanes, intersection changes, curb extensions, and bike lanes. Schedules are subject to change due to weather.
Local residents, businesses, and through-traffic drivers should plan for delays and use the designated detour route via Highways 22, 109, Interstate 90, and Faribault County Road 21. Work zone fines are $300 for speed limit violations. Motorists should slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and expect delays during peak travel times.
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Hwy 22 and Hwy 109 detour in Wells begins April 28
MANKATO, Minn. — The detour for the Highway 22 and Highway 109 construction project in Wells will begin Tuesday, April 28, weather permitting, as crews start work on the 2026-27 improvement project, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
The 2026-27 project includes pavement and utility improvements, upgraded bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, and new safety features such as slightly narrower lanes, intersection changes, curb extensions, and bike lanes.
Hwy 109 in Wells will be closed to through-traffic from west of Rose Hill Cemetery to Hwy 22 throughout the 2026 construction season. Hwy 22 will also be closed to through-traffic from the northern intersection with Hwy 109 to south of 1st Street Southwest.
Through-traffic will be detoured to Highways 22, 109, Interstate 90, and Faribault County Road 21. Local access to homes and businesses will be maintained during construction (see attached detour map).
Construction is expected to continue until fall 2026. Schedules are subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Project benefits, cost
Stay connected
- Visit the Hwy 22 and 109 project website for details, detour maps, monthly public meeting information, and to 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.
Work zone safety reminders
- Slow down when approaching every work zone
- Never enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones
- Stay alert; watch for workers and slow-moving equipment
- Obey posted speed limits. Fine for a violation in a work zone is $300
- Minimize distractions behind the wheel
- Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times ###
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- Doris Degenstein 507-304-6107
- Anne Wolff 507-514-7175
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