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MnDOT to shift traffic from ramps to bridges on Hwy 53 in Eveleth

KAXE
Published October 22, 2025 at 8:03 AM CDT
The Minnesota Department of Transportation plans construction on Highway 53 in 2025, including bridge replacements, intersection improvements, roundabout construction and pavement resurfacing.
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Construction on Highway 53 includes bridge replacements, intersection improvements, roundabout construction and pavement resurfacing.

Motorists can expect lane closures at various locations on Highway 53 and shoulder closures on Highway 37 as additional work continues.

EVELETH — The Minnesota Department of Transportation will change traffic control on Highway 53 in Eveleth on Friday, Oct. 24.

Traffic will shift from the ramps and on to the Highway 53 bridges over Highway 37.

Motorists can expect lane closures at various locations on Highway 53 and shoulder closures on Highway 37 as additional work continues.

Hat Trick Avenue will remain closed for about two more weeks.

Construction is expected to last through November.

For maps and general project information, visit the website here: dot.state.mn.us/d1/projects/hwy53-eveleth/index.html.
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