Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)

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Official account of the Minnesota Department of Transportation. For the latest road conditions and answers to your questions, visit http://mndot.gov/topics.

511mn camera view of I-90 near La Crescent, a multi-lane highway interchange surrounded by green hills and trees under a blue sky.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, “Texting while driving can ruin your posture.”

Aerial view from a plane over a Minnesota landscape, displaying a patchwork of fields. Sunlight breaks through dramatic clouds, casting golden rays and shadows on the ground below.

A person in protective gear stands in a charred, forested area with smoke rising from the ground. Tall green trees are visible in the background under a blue sky. Text overlay reads "Minnesota wildfire response."

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, “Two wheels. One life. Watch for motorcycles.”

An illustration of an orange traffic cone with green leaves, humorously labeled as "Minnesota State Flower," against an outline of the state of Minnesota on a dark orange background.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, “Going to the cottage? Slow down in work zones.”

A person operates a Bobcat machine on a state highway construction site, breaking up asphalt. Another person stands nearby holding a shovel.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, “You are not a firework. Don’t drive lit.”

A monarch butterfly and soldier beetle are perched on a fluffy white plant in the foreground, with the Minnesota State Capitol building blurred in the background.

A railroad crossing on a suburban street features a stop sign, a railroad crossing sign, and a blue and white Emergency Notification System sign that explains how to report an emergency at the crossing. Text at the bottom reads, “Find the blue and white sign to save your life.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Summer is here. Don’t race the sun. Drive safe speeds.’”

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Flying mattress? Secure your load.’”

A dimly lit road at night with concrete barriers on the side. The photo is taken from inside a vehicle, showing part of the hood and several mayflies around the windshield.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "The orange cone flowers are up again. Watch for workers.’”

A group of people is gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony outside a building. Two individuals in the center hold large scissors, cutting a red ribbon.

A snapping turtle walks along a narrow dirt path next to a fence surrounded by tall grass.

A fairy bee with intricate patterns on its head is perched on a fuzzy flower with purple buds.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Motorcyclists’ safety is everyone’s safety.”

A person in a bright safety vest and gloves is picking up trash with a yellow bag in a grassy area.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Buckled drivers shining so bright. That’s what I like.”

A worker in a neon cap and reflective vest uses surveying equipment on a street, with another worker and a parked car in the background.

A group of students riding bicycles to school on a tree-lined street.

A red train on tracks in a rail yard. Additional rail cars and a hillside dotted with houses and foliage are in the background.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Yoda says, ‘Slow down you must in work zones.’”

A digitally altered image shows Justin Timberlake smiling, superimposed in front of a Minnesota highway. A traffic sign on an overpass reads, "It's gonna be May... Road work ahead. Plan your route."

A view of the I-35W Saint Anthony Falls Bridge in Minneapolis, illuminated with bright orange lights, arches over the calm river below. The scene is framed by another bridge in the foreground, with city lights visible in the background under a cloudy evening sky.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Merge like a zipper, reduces backups.”

A joyful cartoon scene featuring a large, happy creature riding a small unicorn in a colorful meadow. Butterflies flutter around, and a vibrant rainbow arcs across the sky. It feels like a Lisa Frank fever dream in the best way. Text reads, "How life feels when drivers slow down in work zones.”

A person drives a vehicle with sunlight streaming through the window. At the top, text reads: "Learn how your commute could shape the future of our roads." Green arrows point to the right.

A person stands indoors near road maintenance equipment, wearing a reflective vest and a cap. Next to them is an orange "Right Lane Closed" sign. Various tools and machinery are visible in the background.

A road construction site on Highway 61 in Grand Marais is shown, featuring concrete traffic barriers and orange traffic barrels. Cars are navigating through construction. In the background, there are buildings and trees, and a body of water with boats docked. Construction workers are visible near the site.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, " Weed and speed. Not a good combo. Plan a sober ride.”

A large John Deere tractor driving on a rural road, next to a cornfield. Dust is rising from the road as it moves. Power lines are visible overhead.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "This is where the fun begins! Watch for construction.”

A serene tropical coastline in Panama with lush palm trees and clear turquoise waters. Several sailboats are anchored near the shore. The text on the image reads, "Highway 2 - Bemidji.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "It is no April Fool if you stay cool and buckle up.”

Blooming wildflowers, including yellow coneflowers and purple bee balm, stretch alongside the I-35 in Owatonna. A road sign is partially visible in the distance, and trees line the horizon under a clear sky.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Stay lucky. Drive sober.”

5 1 1 M N snowplow camera image of snowy driving conditions on Highway 52 near Rochester.

5 1 1 M N snowplow camera image of snowy driving conditions on Highway 14 near Rochester.

Aerial view of a roundabout with a circle superimposed over it—the circle is labeled "Circumference (C)". There is a dashed, horizontal line through the center of the circle labeled "Diameter (d)". At the bottom is the equation "C divided by d is equal to π".

Travel Alert notice from the Minnesota Department of Transportation on a blue background with snowflakes.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Spring forward safely. Get enough sleep. Don’t drive drowsy.”

Aerial view of a roundabout on Highway 43 in Winona. Several vehicles are driving through, and pedestrian crosswalks are visible at each road entry. The ground is a mix of snow and cleared areas.

Aerial view of two small airplanes flying over Alexandria Airport. Roads, buildings and green fields are visible below.

Electronic sign on highway above traffic. The sign reads, "Your playlist can wait. Safety can’t. Focus on the road.”

511mn highway camera image of snowy driving conditions on I-35 near Proctor.

A pink and white Valentine's Day card featuring stylized heart drawings. In the center, it reads: "My love for you is like 5 1 1 MN dot org. Always up-to-date and reliable!"

Graphic featuring an illustration of an orange snowplow with headlights on against a blue background. The text reads, "Name a MnDOT snowplow. Vote now!"