I-94 lane closure from Rothsay to Fergus Falls is expected to end this week

Nearly 2 months late, I-94 to fully reopen between Fergus Falls and Rothsay

ROTHSAY, Minn. — Road construction and winter storms proved challenging for drivers returning from the Thanksgiving holiday. Several crashes in the Fergus Falls area backed up westbound traffic on Interstate 94 for hours Sunday. One driver said the backup stretched for more than 20 miles at one point. WDAY News learned the construction project is two months behind schedule. The Minnesota Department of Transportation said the contractor was busy…

I-94 lane closure from Rothsay to Fergus Falls is expected to end this week

MINNESOTA – The Minnesota Department of Transportation tells Flag Family News one lane of eastbound Interstate 94 from Rothsay to Fergus Falls is still closed because a contractor is finishing installing safety features. Orange barrier sticks can be seen popping out of the snow in the closed lane from just west of County Road 11 to U.S. Highway 59. The $22 million project includes resurfacing the interstate and constructing pier struts and pavin…