Highway 53

Looking Back: Duluth's Miller Trunk Highway Then + Now
Looking Back: Duluth's Miller Trunk Highway Then + Now
Looking Back: Duluth's Miller Trunk Highway Then + Now
Highway 53, connects Wisconsin to Minnesota, it takes you up north to connect with Dylan's and John Shuster's birthplace of Chisholm and over to Virginia and International Falls. We are only concerned with the part that connects Duluth to Hermantown.
Vote For Name of Highway 53 Relocation Bridge
Vote For Name of Highway 53 Relocation Bridge
Vote For Name of Highway 53 Relocation Bridge
The massive bridge project is nearing an end for the Highway 53 relocation project, and the group Bridge Daze is looking for your help to name it.  People can vote from now until September 1st from 5 names.
Did You Know You Have Access To MN Bridge Inspection Reports?
Did You Know You Have Access To MN Bridge Inspection Reports?
Did You Know You Have Access To MN Bridge Inspection Reports?
I saw an article today in the Duluth News Tribune about the possibility of replacing the Blatnik Bridge within the next 10-15 years.   It's near the end of it's life.  As you probably have noticed, every year there are bridge inspections.  After the I-35 bridge collapsed nearly a decade ago, bridge strength and safety has been a big deal for MNDOT.  I learned today, that you can actually look up t
Watch This Video That Explains Highway 53 Reroute In Virginia, MN [VIDEO]
Watch This Video That Explains Highway 53 Reroute In Virginia, MN [VIDEO]
Watch This Video That Explains Highway 53 Reroute In Virginia, MN [VIDEO]
A major project has been underway for some time now near Virginia, MN.  The main artery to the north, Highway 53, needs to be moved off of US Steel's property.  After years of discussions and debates, the reroute is taking shape.  This video from PBS shows up close what kind of work is being done, and where the highway will end up.
Watch an Aerial View Of The Progress On Highway 53 Relocation Project in Virginia [VIDEO]
Watch an Aerial View Of The Progress On Highway 53 Relocation Project in Virginia [VIDEO]
Watch an Aerial View Of The Progress On Highway 53 Relocation Project in Virginia [VIDEO]
I follow Above & Beyond The Range on Facebook because of the amazing drone videos they capture across the Northland.  I drive by the highway 53 relocation project every couple of weeks, but it's hard to see the project from the current road.  Well, it just so happens that the same weekend I drove by the project, they were getting a tour of the area and published this awesome video.
Highway 53 Relocation Project Open House Scheduled For November 15th in Mountain Iron
Highway 53 Relocation Project Open House Scheduled For November 15th in Mountain Iron
Highway 53 Relocation Project Open House Scheduled For November 15th in Mountain Iron
Soon Highway 53 will need to be rerouted in Virginia due to a termination of easement rights, which will have a big impact on travelers.  Don't miss this opportunity to see where the new route will be. The Minnesota Department of Transportation has invited the public to an open house see the latest route alternatives for Highway 53 in Virginia...
Highway 53 Single-Lane Traffic Bypass Begins June 11 In Cotton
Highway 53 Single-Lane Traffic Bypass Begins June 11 In Cotton
Highway 53 Single-Lane Traffic Bypass Begins June 11 In Cotton
Keeping up with construction projects in the summer is tough, but we will do our best to keep you on top of things.  The Minnesota Department Of Transportation sent a press release regarding a project near Cotton, Minnesota which may delay travels in northern Minnesota beginning next Monday, June 11.
Highway 53 Road Construction Project Begins Monday
Highway 53 Road Construction Project Begins Monday
Highway 53 Road Construction Project Begins Monday
Add this to your list of construction projects to remember.  This starts on May 21st on Highway 53 near Cotton MN.  The project should complete late August, but in the meantime, there will be lane closures and intermittent flagging stops.

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