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Construction on Hwy. 371 in Hackensack begins Monday

KAXE

Published May 2, 2025 at 3:27 PM CDT

An aerial view of the Highway 371 and Cass County Road 6 intersection in Hackensack. — An aerial view of the Highway 371 and Cass County Road 5 intersection in Hackensack.

The project, beginning May 5, 2025, is expected to be completed in mid-October.

HACKENSACK — Daily lane closures begin Monday, May 5, on Highway 371 in Hackensack.

Minnesota Department of Transportation crews will begin constructing a new roundabout at Cass County Road 5, plus utility and sidewalk improvements and a reconstruction of the highway.

A truck detour will be in place beginning May 12, with more information at the state's 511 website.

The project is expected to be completed in mid-October.

An aerial view, looking west, of the Hwy. 371 construction planned for summer 2025 in Hackensack.

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