Community Corner
How To Get Around 35th Street Closure
Construction work will impact highway onramps, offramps.
For most of your local shopping needs, the closure of the 35th Street/Nicollet Avenue South intersection probably won't change your life too much.
Unless you want to get on or off Interstate 35W, that is.
The City of Minneapolis recommends the following detours:
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Drivers who exit I-35W at 35th Street are encouraged to use other freeway exits.
The 46th Street exit a mile south of the 35th/36th Street exit will remain open, and may be a more convenient option for many drivers. The 31st Street exit may also be an option for some drivers.
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Drivers who need to head south of the intersection can take Stevens Avenue south to 38th Street.
Drivers who need to head north of the intersection will still be able to take 35th Street to 1st Avenue South. This street is one-way, heading northbound toward downtown Minneapolis.
The City will continue to monitor and evaluate the traffic situation during construction, and changes may be made to improve traffic flow.
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