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About this project
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In 2026, we will begin a project to reconstruct Hwy 65 to improve safety and mobility between 97th Ave. and 125th Ave./Main St. in Blaine. This project will improve travel time and reduce crashes along the highway.
Summary of work
- Reconstruct Hwy 65 as a freeway-design with grade-separated interchanges at:
- 99th Ave.
- 105th Ave.
- 109th Ave.
- 117th Ave./Cloud Dr.
- Reroute existing local street/driveway connections using frontage/backage roads between 97th Ave. and 125th Ave.
- Reconstruct existing sidewalk along the roadway to meet Americans with Disability Act (ADA) standards
Project visualization
We will reconstruct Hwy 65 as a freeway-design with interchanges between 97th Ave. and 125th Ave./Main St. in Blaine. The video below provides a bird’s eye view of the future Hwy 65 from 97th Ave. north to 121st Ave./Paul Pkwy. with a view of the four new interchanges and other features.
Traffic impacts
All traffic impacts are tentative and weather dependent. Access will be maintained to all businesses and homes during construction.
Upcoming
Information about upcoming traffic impacts will be provided as details become available. Motorists will encounter closures and detours during construction.