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I-35, I-494 closures could slow your drive this weekend

A closure on I-35 is a big one to watch, as well as three others that could mess up your drive in the metro.

MINNEAPOLIS — Construction season in Minnesota is still in full swing and there are four major projects this weekend, including a portion of I-35W near Minneapolis, that are next up on MnDOT's "to-do" list. 

I-35W | Friday 10 p.m. through Monday at 5 a.m.

Starting Friday, June 3, I-35W will be closed in both directions near downtown Minneapolis as Department of Transportation crews work on the Hiawatha Avenue-Highway 55 project. 

Crews are removing the 7th and 8th Street bridge decks over I-35W. 

All entrance ramps to southbound Hiawatha Avenue between I-94 and Highway 280 will be closed, and the ramp from I-94 westbound to downtown Minneapolis will be shut down Sunday. 

To get around this big project, drivers can detour using I-94 and Highway 280.

After this weekend's closure, the 7th Street bridge will remain closed through September, according to MnDOT. 

You can find more information about the ongoing Highway 55/ Hiawatha Avenue project here

Highway 36 | Friday 9 p.m. through Monday 5 a.m.

The eastbound lanes of Highway 36 will be another closure to watch for this weekend if your travels take you to the North St. Paul area. 

I-494 | Friday 9 p.m. through Monday 5 a.m.

Eastbound lanes of the busy interstate will close between Bailey Road and I-94 in the Woodbury area. 

Highway 77 | Friday 9 p.m. though Monday 5 a.m.

Southbound lanes of Highway 77 will close between I-494 and Highway 13 Friday night, and remain closed through Monday's morning drive.

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