Highway 15 and Fort Road roundabout project in Klossner begins May 18
Construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Highway 15 and Fort Road in Klossner is expected to begin May 18, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
Preliminary tree clearing is expected to begin in early May with minimal traffic impacts. The intersection of Highway 15 and Fort Road in Klossner will be closed starting May 18 for construction, with traffic detoured to Nicollet County Roads 15, 12 and 21. (Detour map attached)
The project includes constructing a single-lane roundabout at Highway 15 and Nicollet County Road 5 (Fort Road) in Klossner to improve safety at this intersection, install lighting, and improve drainage.
MnDOT expects the roundabout in Klossner to be completed in late July, weather permitting. Schedules are subject to change depending upon weather and other unforeseeable circumstances.
Highway 111/Fort Road roundabout, north of Nicollet
MnDOT will also construct a single-lane roundabout at Highway 111 and Nicollet County Road 5 (Fort Road), north of Nicollet later this summer. Work there will begin after the Klossner roundabout is finished.
Project benefits, cost
Benefits of the project include improved traffic flow, lighting, drainage, and enhanced safety for motorists. R & E Enterprise of Mankato, Inc. was awarded the roundabouts project with a bid of $6,210,896.85.
Funding to construct both roundabouts was awarded from the High Risk Rural Roads program to improve safety at rural highway intersections.
Stay connected
- Visit the Fort Road roundabouts website for more information, detour maps, and to sign up for email updates.
- Learn more about navigating roundabouts at: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/roundabouts/index.html
- Information will be shared on the MnDOT South Central Facebook group and on X @mndotscentral.
- For real-time traffic and travel information in Minnesota, visit www.511mn.org or get the free smartphone app at Google Play or the App Store.
Work zone safety reminders
- Slow down when approaching every work zone
- Never enter a roadway that has been blocked with barriers or cones
- Stay alert; watch for workers and slow-moving equipment
- Obey posted speed limits. Fine for a violation in a work zone is $300
- Minimize distractions behind the wheel
Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times
