Hwy 22 Road Work South of New Auburn

MANKATO, Minn. – Motorists are advised to use caution on Highway 22 near High Island Creek south of New Auburn beginning today (Aug. 17), as crews install rip rap (rock) to stabilize slopes and prevent erosion.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the work includes the placement of rip rap along High Island Creek located between New Auburn and Gaylord.

Drivers should expect lane closures near the creek and watch for trucks hauling material in the area.

Portable traffic signals will control traffic in both directions, allowing one-way traffic during daytime and nighttime hours for about two weeks.

After that, motorists will encounter daytime lane closures with flaggers for about a week.

MnDOT urges drivers to slow down, watch for workers, and use caution through the work zone.

The project is expected to be complete in late August, weather permitting.