Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
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Find information about MnDOT construction, travel, state highway maps, speed limits, jobs and more
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From snowy roads to highway concerns, MnDOT’s “Popular Topics” page has answers to your most common questions.
Ever hit those grooves on the road? They’re rumble strips, warning you when you drift. They're often under lane lines, which can help make lanes more visible. Learn more about how they work on our website.
Traffic Engineering - Rumble Strips and Stripes
Rumble Strips and Stripes
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February 10, 2026 at 11:52 PM
Ever hit those grooves on the road? They’re rumble strips, warning you when you drift. They're often under lane lines, which can help make lanes more visible. Learn more about how they work on our website.
Looking for the perfect match? Swipe right on safe driving, not speeding. 💕 Slow down and arrive alive.
February 9, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Looking for the perfect match? Swipe right on safe driving, not speeding. 💕 Slow down and arrive alive.
MnROAD isn’t just a road—it’s a world-class research lab!
Located near Albertville, MnROAD helps engineers test pavement materials and designs under real-world traffic and weather conditions. The results? Safer, longer-lasting roads for Minnesota and beyond. Learn more on our website.
Located near Albertville, MnROAD helps engineers test pavement materials and designs under real-world traffic and weather conditions. The results? Safer, longer-lasting roads for Minnesota and beyond. Learn more on our website.
MnROAD - Materials & Road Research - MnDOT
MnROAD is Minnesota's Cold Weather Pavement Testing Facility
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February 6, 2026 at 11:55 PM
MnROAD isn’t just a road—it’s a world-class research lab!
Located near Albertville, MnROAD helps engineers test pavement materials and designs under real-world traffic and weather conditions. The results? Safer, longer-lasting roads for Minnesota and beyond. Learn more on our website.
Located near Albertville, MnROAD helps engineers test pavement materials and designs under real-world traffic and weather conditions. The results? Safer, longer-lasting roads for Minnesota and beyond. Learn more on our website.
Your finalists have arrived ❄️👀
From more than 6,750 submissions, we’ve narrowed it down to 30 finalists. Cast your vote by noon on Friday, Feb. 13: mndot.gov/nameasnowplow
From more than 6,750 submissions, we’ve narrowed it down to 30 finalists. Cast your vote by noon on Friday, Feb. 13: mndot.gov/nameasnowplow
February 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Your finalists have arrived ❄️👀
From more than 6,750 submissions, we’ve narrowed it down to 30 finalists. Cast your vote by noon on Friday, Feb. 13: mndot.gov/nameasnowplow
From more than 6,750 submissions, we’ve narrowed it down to 30 finalists. Cast your vote by noon on Friday, Feb. 13: mndot.gov/nameasnowplow
Every county in Minnesota offers public transit options to help you get where you need to go. Visit our website to find your local provider and start planning your next trip today.
Find Your Transit Provider - Transit - MnDOT
Map of statewide transit services in Minnesota - find your public transit providers by city or by county.
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February 3, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Every county in Minnesota offers public transit options to help you get where you need to go. Visit our website to find your local provider and start planning your next trip today.
The best play? Getting home safe. Plan ahead.
February 2, 2026 at 8:01 PM
The best play? Getting home safe. Plan ahead.
Today is World Wetlands Day! MN’s wetlands play an important role in sustaining a healthy environment—even in winter. We identify and map wetlands near potential worksites to make sure our activities avoid impacts on these fragile areas. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hywXi6
February 2, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Today is World Wetlands Day! MN’s wetlands play an important role in sustaining a healthy environment—even in winter. We identify and map wetlands near potential worksites to make sure our activities avoid impacts on these fragile areas. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hywXi6
You have a smartphone. We have smart snowplows.
Technology helps our drivers choose the best plan for every storm—and we share that info with you! Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
Technology helps our drivers choose the best plan for every storm—and we share that info with you! Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
January 30, 2026 at 11:43 PM
You have a smartphone. We have smart snowplows.
Technology helps our drivers choose the best plan for every storm—and we share that info with you! Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
Technology helps our drivers choose the best plan for every storm—and we share that info with you! Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
Your MnDOT district is working hard to keep you moving! Discover which region you're in and sign up to get the latest updates sent straight to your inbox.
MnDOT Districts - Information and Resources - MnDOT
MnDOT district locations and facts
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January 29, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Your MnDOT district is working hard to keep you moving! Discover which region you're in and sign up to get the latest updates sent straight to your inbox.
More space = more time to react. Stay safe on the road.
January 26, 2026 at 7:30 PM
More space = more time to react. Stay safe on the road.
Ever notice those steel cables in highway medians? When a vehicle hits them, the cables flex and absorb impact, preventing dangerous cross-median crashes. They're quick to repair, cost-effective and proven to reduce severe crashes. Learn more on our website.
Cable Median Barriers - MnDOT
MnDOT cable median barriers - what they are and how they're used
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January 23, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Ever notice those steel cables in highway medians? When a vehicle hits them, the cables flex and absorb impact, preventing dangerous cross-median crashes. They're quick to repair, cost-effective and proven to reduce severe crashes. Learn more on our website.
Check out this eagle-eyed traffic reporter! We spotted this beauty perched over I-35W in Minneapolis 🦅
Want to see road conditions, traffic impacts and some more wildlife? Explore our cameras on 511mn.org today.
Want to see road conditions, traffic impacts and some more wildlife? Explore our cameras on 511mn.org today.
January 22, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Check out this eagle-eyed traffic reporter! We spotted this beauty perched over I-35W in Minneapolis 🦅
Want to see road conditions, traffic impacts and some more wildlife? Explore our cameras on 511mn.org today.
Want to see road conditions, traffic impacts and some more wildlife? Explore our cameras on 511mn.org today.
Winter driving takes extra care ❄️ Give snowplows plenty of room, slow down on slippery roads and plan ahead before you travel. Find more tips and resources to stay safe this season on our website.
Winter Driving Tips - MnDOT
MnDOT winter safety tips
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January 21, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Winter driving takes extra care ❄️ Give snowplows plenty of room, slow down on slippery roads and plan ahead before you travel. Find more tips and resources to stay safe this season on our website.
Minnesota winters can be tough on our roads. If you see a traffic signal problem, pothole or other issue on a state highway or interstate, let us know on our website.
Comment Form - Information and Resources - MnDOT
MnDOT comment form - share your questions, comments, complaints or concerns
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January 20, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Minnesota winters can be tough on our roads. If you see a traffic signal problem, pothole or other issue on a state highway or interstate, let us know on our website.
Ever seen a snowplow pulling a trailer? That’s a tow plow!
It lets one truck clear two lanes at once, making winter driving safer and smoother. If you see one in action, stay back and give our crew a safe space to clear the road. Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
It lets one truck clear two lanes at once, making winter driving safer and smoother. If you see one in action, stay back and give our crew a safe space to clear the road. Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
January 16, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Ever seen a snowplow pulling a trailer? That’s a tow plow!
It lets one truck clear two lanes at once, making winter driving safer and smoother. If you see one in action, stay back and give our crew a safe space to clear the road. Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
It lets one truck clear two lanes at once, making winter driving safer and smoother. If you see one in action, stay back and give our crew a safe space to clear the road. Learn more in this MnDOT Minute.
Did you know Minnesota highways can support heavier loads during the winter? ❄️ When ground frost reaches safe levels, weight limits can be increased by up to 10%—making it possible to transport more cargo during colder months. Visit our website to learn more about seasonal load limits.
Seasonal Load Limits
Dates for Winter Load Increases (WLI), Middle-Weight Permits and Full-Summer Permits are shown as soon as they are available.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:25 AM
Did you know Minnesota highways can support heavier loads during the winter? ❄️ When ground frost reaches safe levels, weight limits can be increased by up to 10%—making it possible to transport more cargo during colder months. Visit our website to learn more about seasonal load limits.
Our team in Southeast Minnesota added flashing alert signs on Highway 44 between Mabel and Canton to help increase awareness of when Amish buggies are on the road. This first-of-its-kind system helps improve safety for all travelers in Minnesota. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jAGojl
January 13, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Our team in Southeast Minnesota added flashing alert signs on Highway 44 between Mabel and Canton to help increase awareness of when Amish buggies are on the road. This first-of-its-kind system helps improve safety for all travelers in Minnesota. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jAGojl
If your vehicle slides off the road while driving, prioritize your safety and remain inside the car. Wait there until help has arrived.
January 12, 2026 at 8:32 PM
If your vehicle slides off the road while driving, prioritize your safety and remain inside the car. Wait there until help has arrived.
We partner with landowners across MN to plant living snow fences—rows of trees, shrubs and native grasses that trap blowing snow before it reaches the road. The result? Fewer crashes, safer roads and less salt runoff! Visit our website to learn more.
Living Snow Fences - MnDOT
MnDOT Living Snow Fences Program information, including how living snow fences work, and how farmers and landowners can enroll in the program and get paid.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:04 AM
We partner with landowners across MN to plant living snow fences—rows of trees, shrubs and native grasses that trap blowing snow before it reaches the road. The result? Fewer crashes, safer roads and less salt runoff! Visit our website to learn more.
It’s not worth the stress wrinkles. Stay calm, slow down and get home safely.
January 5, 2026 at 9:03 PM
It’s not worth the stress wrinkles. Stay calm, slow down and get home safely.
Stay connected in 2026!
Get the latest updates on travel alerts, public engagement events and more delivered right to your inbox.
Get the latest updates on travel alerts, public engagement events and more delivered right to your inbox.
Get the latest news from MnDOT
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January 2, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Stay connected in 2026!
Get the latest updates on travel alerts, public engagement events and more delivered right to your inbox.
Get the latest updates on travel alerts, public engagement events and more delivered right to your inbox.
Check out our New Year’s resolutions suggestions—here’s to safer, smarter drives in 2026! 🎉
December 31, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Check out our New Year’s resolutions suggestions—here’s to safer, smarter drives in 2026! 🎉
From snowy roads to highway concerns, MnDOT’s “Popular Topics” page has answers to your most common questions.
Popular Topics - MnDOT
Find information about MnDOT construction, travel, state highway maps, speed limits, jobs and more
mndot.gov
December 30, 2025 at 5:13 PM
From snowy roads to highway concerns, MnDOT’s “Popular Topics” page has answers to your most common questions.
As we head into the New Year, remember: there’s no excuse to skip the basics. Buckle up—it saves lives.
December 29, 2025 at 9:31 PM
As we head into the New Year, remember: there’s no excuse to skip the basics. Buckle up—it saves lives.
Road conditions are improving, but blowing and drifting snow could still impact your drive.
Know before you go—check 511mn.org for current conditions along your route.
Know before you go—check 511mn.org for current conditions along your route.
December 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Road conditions are improving, but blowing and drifting snow could still impact your drive.
Know before you go—check 511mn.org for current conditions along your route.
Know before you go—check 511mn.org for current conditions along your route.