Starting the week of December 2, MNDOT crews will close the downtown Minneapolis side of the Stone Arch Bridge to begin preparation work for the restoration and repairs that will occur spring through fall 2025. Access under the Portland Ave. portion of the bridge will also be closed. These closures are necessary to keep the public and crews safe during the work.
While these closures take place, the St. Anthony Main side of the bridge will reopen, allowing pedestrians and bicyclists to walk or bike to the middle of the bridge and turn around at the new closure point.
The downtown Minneapolis side of the bridge will be closed through fall 2025.
Please note that timeframes are all approximate, subject to change and weather and schedule permitting.
KNOW YOUR ROUTE
If you are planning to walk or bike near the bridge, use the new protected pathways on the Hwy 65/Third Ave. Bridge as your detour route to cross the Mississippi River. See the detour maps on the MNDOT website.
More information about the project is available via the link below: