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NDDOT to present Medora Business Loop and City Section Construction project at city council meeting

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 05:05 pm

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will present an overview of the Medora Business Loop and City Section construction project at the city council meeting on Wednesday, November 6, at 6 p.m. MT.


NDDOT launches fourth annual Name-A-Plow Contest

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 10:00 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is asking the public to submit name ideas for the annual Name-A-Plow Contest. Previous winning entries include Buzz Iceclear, Alice Scooper, Darth Blader and CtrlSaltDelete, among others. Submissions will be collected at www.dot.nd.gov/name-a-plow until Nov. 15.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for the Sunset Drive Interchange in Mandan

Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 03:48 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, November 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. CDT to discuss proposed improvements at the Sunset Drive Interchange on Interstate 94.


Grant Marsh Bridge construction on I-94 now complete

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 12:25 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is pleased to announce the successful completion of construction on Grant Marsh Bridge along Interstate 94. This project included crucial repairs and upgrades to the structural steel, concrete deck, guardrails, approach slabs, and lighting, improving the bridge's long-term safety and integrity.


NDDOT and McKenzie County celebrate completion of US 85 project near Watford City

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11:00 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and McKenzie County celebrated the completion of the U.S. Highway 85 four-lane project, from Watford City to the Long X Bridge, and adjacent shared-use path Friday, Oct. 25.


NDDOT seeks innovative transportation ideas

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 04:30 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), through its Transportation Innovation Program (TRIP), is seeking ideas for innovative transportation projects, processes, and products.   


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 13 & Highway 32 intersection near Gwinner

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:05 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, October 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. CDT to discuss the proposed safety improvements at the intersection of Highway 13 and Highway 32, 1 mile east of Gwinner.


Medora Business Loop project kicks off: Enhancing safety and accessibility

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 09:15 am

Categories: Construction

Preparations for the Medora Business Loop and City Section construction project kick off this week. The project will enhance safety, pedestrian accessibility, and overall traffic flow on Pacific Avenue (I-94 Business Loop) between interstate exits 24 and 27.


Westbound Bismarck Expressway scheduled to temporarily close Thursday in Mandan

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 01:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Westbound Bismarck Expressway is scheduled to temporarily close from South Washington to McKenzie Drive in Mandan Thursday, October 24. 


Traffic control to be removed at Bismarck Exit 161 reconstruction site

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 01:20 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation is nearing completion of the 2024 construction season at the Interstate 94 Exit 161 reconstruction site. 


Construction on Grant Marsh Bridge nears completion; final traffic revision for the project

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction along Interstate 94 on the Grant Marsh Bridge is nearing completion, with all lanes expected to reopen by early November.


Portion of Highway 46 reopens

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 05:55 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have reopened Highway 46 from Kindred to County Road 17. It had been closed for about 30 minutes due to reduced visibility from a fire south of the highway. Motorists in the area should still use caution and drive according to the conditions. 


Portion of Highway 46 closed due to reduced visibility near Kindred

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 04:58 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Highway 46 from Kindred to County Road 17 due to reduced visibility from a fire south of the highway. 


NDDOT releases Notice of Funding Opportunity to support electric vehicle charging

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 08:50 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strategically support the development of convenient, accessible, reliable, and equitable electric vehicle (EV) direct current fast chargers in up to 16 communities throughout the state. 


The City of Fargo hosts public input meeting for shared-use path project

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 10:09 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The City of Fargo will host a public input meeting Tuesday, October 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to construct a new shared use path along the Red River from 15th Avenue North to Woodcrest Drive South in Fargo.


NDDOT office closures expected next week

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 11:30 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will temporarily close all Driver License offices Oct. 22-23 and the Bismarck Motor Vehicle office Oct. 22 from noon to 5 p.m. for employee training.


Correction - Overhead sign to be installed on I-94 in Fargo Thursday night

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

Eastbound lanes of Interstate 94 in Fargo will be reduced to a single lane beginning at 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. 


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for reconstruction project on Chateau Road in Medora

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 03:05 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Monday, October 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. MDT to discuss proposed improvements to Chateau Road in Medora.  


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for US Highway 52 project

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 02:53 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host public input meetings on Monday, October 21, and Tuesday, October 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. Central Time to discuss proposed improvements to U.S. Highway 52, from Minot (approximately 2.3 miles west of Junction 79th Avenue Southeast) to Voltaire.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for the Northern Red River Flood Study

Monday, October 14, 2024 at 09:20 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Monday, October 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. CDT to discuss the Northern Red River Flood Study from north of Grand Forks to the Canadian border.


I-29 lanes to close for pavement marking in Fargo next week

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

Starting Monday morning, Oct. 7, pavement marking work on Interstate 29 from south of 32nd Avenue South to 12th Avenue North in Fargo will take place. 


NDDOT to visit four Tribal Nations to issue Non-Driver Photo IDs for voting

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 04:45 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will visit four Tribal Nations to provide Non-Driver Photo Identification (ID) Cards that can be used for voting purposes.


NDDOT office closures expected next week

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 04:20 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will temporarily close all full-time Driver License offices and the Bismarck Motor Vehicle office October 9 from noon to 5 p.m. for employee training.

The Beulah and Oakes Driver License office and all other Motor Vehicle offices will remain open during regular business hours.
 


NDDOT and Stark County celebrate completion of Eastern Bypass project in Dickinson

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and Stark County celebrated the completion of the Eastern Bypass project on 107th Avenue in Dickinson Tuesday, Oct. 1. 


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP Amendment

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 02:19 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to add a previously unpublished project to 2025.


Plan for lane closures at to Centennial Road/Bismarck Expressway

Monday, September 30, 2024 at 08:16 am

Categories: Construction

On Monday, September 30, Centennial Road/Bismarck Expressway will be reduced to one in lane in either direction from Divide Avenue to Chatham Drive.


NDDOT hosts public engagement meeting for Highway 2 and Airport Drive intersection near Grand Forks

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 09:20 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public engagement meeting Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 5-7 p.m. CDT to discuss proposed improvements to U.S. Highway 2 and Airport Drive/County Road 5 intersection west of Grand Forks.


Watch for construction traffic on Interstate 94 at Exit 161 Saturday morning

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

The delivery of construction materials at the Exit 161 reconstruction site in Bismarck may impact the westbound lanes of Interstate 94 during the morning of Saturday, Sept. 14.

Truck deliveries will be entering the center median through the westbound lanes. Please slow down in the work zone, follow signs, and be prepared for delays.


Grant Marsh Bridge construction advances, traffic revisions needed over bridge and on River Road

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction along I-94 on Grant Marsh Bridge is advancing steadily and on track for completion by late October or early November. To keep the project on schedule, crews will be adjusting traffic patterns on the bridge and on River Road underneath the work area.


Lane closures scheduled for Expressway project

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 08:16 pm

Categories: Construction

Temporary lane closures are scheduled for Bismarck Expressway from South Washington and Expressway to McKenzie Drive in Mandan until mid-October.


Rescheduled rail repairs will cause temporary closure of Langer Avenue in Casselton

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 12:45 pm

Categories: Construction

Rail maintenance work originally scheduled to begin Monday, September 9, has been rescheduled to begin Monday, September 16.  The railroad will be working on maintenance of the crossing in Casselton on North Dakota Highway 18 (Langer Avenue). Langer Avenue will be closed at this location.


City of Fargo hosts public input meeting for 17th Avenue South

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 10:41 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The City of Fargo will host a public input meeting Wednesday, September 18, from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to 17th Avenue South from 25th Street South to South University Drive.


I-94 westbound off-ramp at Exit 328 to close temporarily

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 03:50 pm

Categories: Construction

The westbound off-ramp at Interstate 94 Exit 328 going north will close temporarily beginning Tuesday, September 10. This closure will also impact the west access to the I-94 frontage road as well. 


NDDOT wins innovation award for Highway 1804 project

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 02:00 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation’s (NDDOT) Highway 1804 Test Section Project won an American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Committee on Materials and Pavement Innovation Award.


I-94 westbound Exit 290 to temporary close due to construction

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 01:50 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction scheduled to temporarily close Interstate 94 westbound Exit 290 in Valley City beginning Tuesday, September 9. 


Rail repairs will cause temporary closure of Langer Avenue in Casselton

Friday, September 6, 2024 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

Rail maintenance work is scheduled to begin Monday, September 9, the railroad will be working on maintenance of the railroad crossing in Casselton on North Dakota Highway 18 (Langer Avenue). Langer Avenue will be closed at this location.


Rail repairs will cause temporary closure of US 52 near Portal

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 08:15 am

Categories: Construction

Repair work is scheduled to begin Monday, September 9, on U.S. Highway 52 at the rail crossing south of Portal. U.S. 52 will be closed at the crossing.


NDDOT to begin mowing near state highways in September

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 10:50 am

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin fall mowing operations along state highways in early September.  


Correction: Rail repairs will cause temporary closure of ND 18 in Lidgerwood

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 05:10 pm

Categories: Construction

Rail maintenance work is scheduled to begin Wednesday, September 4, at the intersection of North Dakota Highways 11 and 18 in Lidgerwood, N.D. Highway 18 will be closed at this location.


Culvert repair complete on Highway 67 near Scranton

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 08:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

 North Dakota Highway 67 is now open to traffic from the junction of Highway 21 to Scranton. This portion of highway was previously closed due to an emergency culvert repair. 

For more information about construction projects and road conditions throughout North Dakota, call 511 or visit the ND Roads map at travel.dot.nd.gov.
 


2025 North Dakota Transportation Conference call for presentations

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 03:45 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation today announced the call for presentations for the 2025 North Dakota Transportation Conference. Scheduled for March 4-5, this annual event will be held at the Bismarck Event Center.

The conference team is seeking engaging presentations that explore diverse topics in transportation, showcasing modern concepts and creative solutions.


Culvert repair temporary closes portion of Highway 67

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 05:08 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

A portion North Dakota Highway 67 is now closed from the junction of Highway 21 to Scranton, due to an emergency culvert repair. 


I-94 eastbound lanes reopen near Medora

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 04:39 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened Interstate 94 eastbound lanes at reference point 26.295 near Medora. This section of the interstate was previously closed due to a traffic incident.


I-94 eastbound lanes closed near Medora

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 03:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol temporarily closed Interstate 94 eastbound lanes at reference point 26.295 near Medora due to a traffic incident. Westbound lanes remain open.  


NDDOT launches STEM program to promote transportation careers

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 02:40 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) launched a new science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education program today to promote interest in transportation careers.


City of Dickinson hosts public input meeting for 10th Avenue East Reconstruction

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 04:55 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The City of Dickinson will host a public input meeting Tuesday, August 13, from 4-6 p.m. MST to discuss urban reconstruction on 10th Avenue East from Museum Drive to 21st Street East.


Memorial and Expressway bridges scheduled for inspection next week

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 09:16 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin routine inspections of two bridges located in Bismarck/Mandan Monday, August 5. 


I-94 lane closures planned for Exit 161 reconstruction

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 09:54 am

Categories: Construction

As the North Dakota Department of Transportation prepares for the next phase of construction on the new Exit 161 interchange, a handful of lane closures are planned for late July and early August.


Temporary lane closures on I-29 in Fargo are expected this week

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

Some lanes of Interstate 29 in Fargo will be closed between 32nd Avenue South and 19th Avenue North for the installation of pavement markings. Work will begin Tuesday, July 30. 


Temporary lane closures on I-29 in Fargo expected this week are postponed

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Construction

Work was expected to begin on Interstate 29 on Tuesday, July 30, but will now be postponed, possibly a week or more. 


Roundabout construction at ND 24 and BIA 31 in Fort Yates to begin July 29

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction crews will break ground on a roundabout installation at the intersection of North Dakota Highway 24 and BIA 31 in Fort Yates Monday, July 29. The new traffic pattern will improve safety and increase intersection capacity.


Rail repairs will cause temporary closure of ND 200 north of Hillsboro

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Repair work is scheduled to begin Monday, July 29, on North Dakota Highway 200 at the rail crossing north of Hillsboro, for crews to make improvements to the crossing.


PUBLIC NOTICE and OPPORTUNITY FOR COMMENT

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 03:02 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is completing the final design for improvements along US Highway 85 from RP 120.3 to the Long X Bridge. 


Temporary I-94 loop ramp closure expected next week

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 09:10 am

Categories: Construction

Joint repair project is scheduled to temporarily close the Interstate 94 westbound Exit 156 to I-194 southbound loop ramp beginning Tuesday, July 30.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP Amendment

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 09:48 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to update the estimated cost of a previously published project.


Technical stakeholders meet to discuss Grand Forks intersection

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 01:05 pm

Categories: General

Technical stakeholders from the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), Grand Forks-East Grand Forks Metropolitan Planning Organization, Grand Forks County, the city of Grand Forks, Grand Forks International Airport and Grand Sky, among others, met yesterday regarding the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and County Road 5 (airport road) to discuss plans for safety improvements. 

 


NDDOT wins regional award at America’s Transportation Awards competition

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 12:25 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation’s (NDDOT) State Street project won a regional award in the “Safety, Medium Project” category in the 2024 America’s Transportation Awards competition.


Temporary closure along southbound I-29 expected next week at Exit 145

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 04:25 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation will work with local officials to temporarily close a portion of southbound Interstate 29 at Exit 145 on Tuesday, July 16 at 7 p.m.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP Amendment

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 01:31 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to alter a previously modified project and update the estimated cost.


Changes to traffic control along Grant Marsh Bridge

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Construction

Repairs and improvements to Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 are making great progress with a significant change to traffic control coming next week. 


Bismarck Expressway lane closure removed prior to Independence Day holiday

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction crews will remove the northbound lane closure on Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Road over Interstate 94 on Wednesday morning, July 3. 


Draft 2025-2028 STIP ready for public comment

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 11:45 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) published a draft of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and it will be available for comment from July 2 to August 2, 2024.   


NDDOT study shows roundabouts help reduce serious injuries, fatalities

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) recently completed a traffic study that shows the state’s roundabouts are reducing serious injuries and saving lives. 


Routine inspection scheduled next week for Demers Avenue Skyway Bridge

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:42 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is scheduled to begin a routine inspection at the Demers Avenue Skyway Bridge in Grand Forks July 2-3.


Concrete repair project begins on Killdeer roundabouts

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 12:47 am

Categories: Construction

Concrete repairs are scheduled to begin on the north and south roundabouts in Killdeer along Highway 22 beginning Tuesday, June 25.


NDDOT releases notice of funding opportunity to support electric vehicle charging

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 12:45 pm

Categories: General

Bismarck, N.D. The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to deploy funding for privately owned and operated electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers that support long-distance EV travel along interstate alternative fuel corridors (I-94 and I-29). 


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 11/18 in Lidgerwood

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 11:17 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, June 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Lidgerwood City Hall. The meeting is to discuss proposed improvements for adding sidewalk along the east side of ND 11/18 from 3rd Avenue SE south to the Dollar General Store within the existing right of way in Lidgerwood.


Valley City Motor Vehicle branch to close temporarily

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Valley City Motor Vehicle branch office will close temporarily for an undetermined amount of time due to a changeover in staff.

Customers are encouraged to use the kiosk at Petro Serve USA – 1020 8th Ave SW, online services, or schedule an appointment at a neighboring location. To schedule an appointment, visit dot.nd.gov or call 701-328-2725.


Rail repairs to temporary close ND 32 in Oriska

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 11:22 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Repair work is scheduled to begin Monday, June 17, on North Dakota Highway 32 at the rail crossing in Oriska.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 37 in Parshall

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 11:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, June 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. CT to discuss proposed improvements for North Dakota Highway 37 from junction of ND 23 to 37th Street Northwest. 


Construction scheduled to begin on Highway 1804

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 05:23 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, June 10, on North Dakota Highway 1804 near Bismarck.


NDDOT to begin mowing near state highways mid-June

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:08 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin mowing a seven-to-ten-foot clearance along shoulders of state highways starting the week of June 15.


NDDOT hosts public information meeting for Highway 32 project in Walhalla

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 09:02 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public information meeting Monday, June 3, from 5-7 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements for North Dakota Highway 32 through Walhalla to the Canadian border.


Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Road traffic control removed for Memorial Day travel

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 08:12 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The northbound lane closure on Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Road, between Miriam Avenue and Trenton Drive, will be removed Friday, May 24. The lane closure will be reinstalled the week of June 3.


NDDOT and partners officially kick-off construction season

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 10:45 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. - In anticipation of the upcoming travel season, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) kicked off the 2024 construction season with a news conference today in Bismarck to discuss upcoming projects and work zone safety. This year’s construction season consists of approximately $580 million in projects throughout North Dakota to enhance the state highway system.


Registration now open for free teen driving safety event

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 11:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Vision Zero Driving Skills for Success (DSFS), an interactive driving program designed to give teens hands-on driving experience, is coming to Minot and Bismarck this summer.  


Northbound Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Road reduced to one lane May 20

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 08:25 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Beginning Monday, May 20, northbound Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Road will be reduced to one lane from Miriam Avenue to Trenton Drive. All southbound lanes will remain open, but speeds will be reduced in both directions.


Culvert replacement on US 2 and 52 northeast of Burlington will cause detour for traffic entering/exiting US 52

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Structural steel culverts underneath U.S. Highways 2 and 52 will be replaced with reinforced concrete box culverts on a two-mile stretch of highway northwest of Burlington, N.D., where the highways intersect. The project will begin May 15 and is expected to end in early October.


Multi-year reconstruction of Interstate 94 Exit 161 interchange to begin

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 04:10 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation will begin reconstruction of the Interstate 94 Exit 161 interchange on May 15. The reconstruction is a multi-year project with a 2026 completion.


Beulah Motor Vehicle branch office to temporarily close

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 04:25 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Beulah Motor Vehicle branch office will close temporarily for an undetermined amount of time due to a changeover in staff.


NDDOT to visit four Tribal Nations next week to issue Non-Driver Photo ID’s for voting

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 12:42 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will visit four Tribal Nations next week to provide Non-Driver Photo Identification (ID) Cards that can be used for voting purposes. 


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP Amendment

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 09:35 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to add a previously unpublished project to 2024.


Lane closures on Seventh and Ninth Street starting May 1

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 08:45 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Improvements to Seventh Street and Ninth Street are scheduled to begin Wednesday, May 1. Projects will include road resurfacing, sidewalk ramp improvements, partial curb and gutter enhancements, and street lighting updates.


Motorcycle safety courses benefit riders of all skill levels

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Vision Zero and American Bikers Aiming Toward Education (ABATE) of North Dakota encourage motorcycle riders of any skill level to enroll in a rider safety course.


Load restriction set for I-94 Exit 64 bridge in Dickinson

Friday, April 26, 2024 at 08:56 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – A load limit has been placed on the interstate overhead bridge at Exit 64 on Interstate 94 in Dickinson. Routine inspection by the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) revealed that maintenance is needed.


Public input meeting being held for Dickinson’s Transportation Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan update

Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – Three public input meeting opportunities are being held on Wednesday, May 1, at Dickinson City Hall - Commission Chambers located at 38 1st St. W. in Dickinson to discuss the City of Dickinson’s Transportation Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan update, called Direction 2050. 


Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign results in 145 alcohol or drug-related arrests and citations

Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Law enforcement agencies across the state participated in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign throughout the month of March to deter motorists from driving impaired.


Everyone Buckled for Click It or Ticket starting May 1

Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Preliminary data shows nearly half (48%) of crash fatalities in North Dakota in 2023 were unbelted. To save lives, law enforcement across the state will have extra patrols from May 1 – June 2 for the Click It or Ticket campaign enforcing the state seat belt law. 


State Street improvement project to be finalized, lane closure in effect

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 03:58 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction work will resume on State Street Thursday, April 25, to complete the improvement of ADA ramps and sidewalks. The majority of this project was completed during the 2023 construction season. Crews will also be shaping ditches and laying grass seed where construction caused disruptions last year.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for I-29 project in Fargo

Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 11:58 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, April 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to the Interstate 29 and 40th Avenue North interchange.


North Dakota expands Move Over Law to prevent roadside deaths

Monday, April 22, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

North Dakota recently enhanced roadside safety by expanding the Move Over Law. The updated law now includes moving over for any stopped motor vehicle with flashing hazard warning signals.


Highway maintenance scheduled next week in Bismarck and Mandan

Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 01:40 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Highway maintenance scheduled next week in Bismarck and Mandan will bring overnight ramp closures. 


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 5 in Pembina County

Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 01:28 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, April 25, from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements along North Dakota Highway 5 in Pembina County.


Construction scheduled to begin on Highway 52

Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:51 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, April 22, on U.S. Highway 52 from east of Balfour to Fessenden.


Seat belt team recognized with award

Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

The Vision Zero Priority Emphasis Area Team for Occupant Protection (seat belts) was recently recognized during the Lifesaver Conference in Denver, Colo. for their work to pass North Dakota’s Primary Seat Belt Law.


Law enforcement warns of increase in drugged driving on 420

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

The number of Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) in North Dakota has increased by 16 to a total of 63 officers in 23 different agencies as 420 approaches.  


Traffic flow on Grant Marsh Bridge to be reduced April 15 through late-October

Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Starting Monday, April 15, lane closures will be in effect on the Grant Marsh Bridge as repairs and improvements are underway. Traffic will be reduced to a single lane in either direction until the project is completed by late-October. The on-ramp for Eastbound Interstate 94 traffic from Bismarck Expressway will be closed starting April 15 until the project is completed. A detour to Mandan Avenue at Exit 153 will be in place.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 52 project in Jamestown

Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 09:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, April 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to U.S. Highway 52 from Seventh Street Southeast to Fourth Avenue Southwest in Jamestown.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for bridge projects in Morton and Sioux counites

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 04:20 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, April 16, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to discuss proposed replacement of three bridges in Morton and Sioux counties.


NDDOT selects 66 local projects for Flexible Transportation Fund

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 12:43 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) selected 66 local projects in the amount $84 million to fund through its Flexible Transportation Fund (Flex Fund) program. A complete list of projects can be found at www.dot.nd.gov/flexfund.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for I-94 Menoken Interchange Bridge

Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 11:05 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, April 11, from 4 to 6 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements and detour routes for the Menoken Interchange Bridge located along Interstate 94 at Exit 170.


ND Sober Rides increase during St. Patrick's Day

Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

North Dakotans continue to choose ND Sober Ride to get home safely when they are out celebrating.    


Vision Zero encourages drivers to keep their eyes on the road

Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Law enforcement across the state will have extra patrols to enforce the state’s distracted driving law during the month of April as a part of the national distracted driving enforcement campaign Put the Phone Away or Pay.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Wednesday

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 09:10 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 eastbound will be temporarily reduced to one lane Wednesday, March 13, due to maintenance.


Bridge replacement begins on I-94 near Glen Ullin

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 08:30 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Work began on the westbound bridge replacement at the Eagle Nest Interchange on Interstate 94 near Glen Ullin March 11. County Road 139 is scheduled to close at the interchange Wednesday, March 13. 


Lucky for you: ND Sober Ride providing discounted rides for St. Patrick's weekend

Monday, March 11, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

ND Sober Ride, a Vision Zero program to remove impaired drivers from North Dakota roads, will offer discounted Lyft rides, where available, in time for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Codes will be available from March 15-17, or while codes last. Use Lyft code “VZPATS24” to get $10 off your ride.


NDDOT adds six new CDL road test sites

Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 03:03 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, ND – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announced today the addition of six new commercial driver license (CDL) road test sites. 

 


Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign results in 147 alcohol or drug-related arrests and citations

Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Law enforcement agencies across the state participated in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign Dec. 15, 2023 through Jan. 31, 2024 to deter motorists from driving impaired.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 18 near Portland

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 10:35 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, March 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to North Dakota Highway 18.


NDDOT hosts public input meetings for structure improvements on I-94

Monday, March 4, 2024 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host two public input meetings next week to discuss proposed improvements to four structures along Interstate 94.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Burleigh County bridge structure improvements

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 10:15 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Wednesday, March 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. to discuss proposed improvements to three bridge structures maintained by Burleigh County Highway Department.


Don't press your luck; always drive sober

Monday, February 26, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Law enforcement across the state will have extra patrols during the month of March to remove impaired drivers from the road during Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP Amendment

Friday, February 23, 2024 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to add a previously unpublished project to 2024.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Wednesday

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 01:57 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 westbound will be temporarily reduced to one lane Wednesday, Feb. 21, due to maintenance.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for I-94 interchange bridge near Tappen

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 10:40 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. CST to discuss proposed improvements and detour routes for the Crystal Springs Interchange Bridge (Exit 221) located along Interstate 94 east of Tappen.


NDDOT adds new kiosk location in Bismarck

Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 11:00 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) installed a kiosk at the Family Fare Supermarket, 835 S. Washington Street, in Bismarck. 


Valley City motor vehicle office to temporarily close

Monday, February 12, 2024 at 03:20 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Valley City Motor Vehicle branch office will close temporarily from Feb. 14 through March 25 due to a changeover in staff. 


NDDOT inducts three members into N.D. Transportation Hall of Honor

Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 09:20 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will induct three new members into the North Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor during a ceremony at the annual North Dakota Transportation Conference March 5 at the Bismarck Event Center.


NDDOT hosts public input meeting for Highway 22 project in Dickinson

Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 10:10 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will host a public input meeting Thursday, Feb. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. MST to discuss proposed improvements to Highway 22 from Ninth Street West to West Broadway Street in Dickinson.


Lane Departure leads fatal crash causes

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Preliminary data shows more than half of fatal crashes in North Dakota in 2023 were lane departure-related. Lane departure continues to be a leading cause of fatal crashes in North Dakota.


Standing Rock joins Vision Zero Schools

Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Representatives from Vision Zero, the North Dakota Highway Patrol, Sioux County Sheriff’s Office and school administrators welcomed Standing Rock Community School as the latest Vision Zero School at an assembly today.


Seasonal highway load restrictions anticipated soon

Friday, January 26, 2024 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – Seasonal load restrictions may be implemented on North Dakota state highways as soon as next week due the mild winter and warm weather in the forecast. 


Registration open for North Dakota Transportation Conference

Friday, January 26, 2024 at 03:30 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – Registration is now open for the North Dakota Transportation Conference March 5-6 at the Bismarck Event Center. 


I-94W maintenance work rescheduled for next week

Friday, January 26, 2024 at 03:20 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Routine maintenance work has been rescheduled for next week on Interstate 94 westbound lanes from exits 161 in Bismarck to 147 in Mandan. 


Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact for proposed Main Avenue project

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 12:20 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has determined that the preferred alternative for the Main Avenue Reconstruction project in Fargo will have no significant impact on the environment. The preferred alternative has been identified as Alternative C2, along with Option 1 and Option 3. 


Public input meetings for proposed improvements along ND 20/57 scheduled next week

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 04:55 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – Two public input meetings will be held to discuss extending the shared use path along North Dakota Highway 20/57 from U.S. Highway 2 in Devils Lake to Walking Eagle Circle, west of Fort Totten, on Tuesday, Jan. 30. 


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Belcourt scheduled next week

Monday, January 22, 2024 at 05:05 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. CST on Jan. 29 at the Tribal Transportation Building located at 1300 Ogema Road in Belcourt. A formal presentation will be held at 5:30 p.m.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2024 STIP amendment

Monday, January 22, 2024 at 03:50 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. –  The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2024-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to modify the work type and add an additional location to a previously published project in 2024.


I-94W scheduled for maintenance next week

Friday, January 19, 2024 at 11:50 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Routine maintenance work is scheduled to begin on Interstate 94 westbound lanes next week from exits 161 in Bismarck to 147 in Mandan. 


ND Sober Ride sees massive increase during the holiday season

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

ND Sober Ride continues to be the choice of many to get home safely after a night out.


3,772 citations issued during Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

Law enforcement agencies across the state participated in the Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign from Nov. 1 to Dec. 14, 2023 to help save lives on North Dakota roads.


Gerhart named NDDOT deputy director for administration

Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 11:35 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – Mike Gerhart Jr. has been named the deputy director for administration for the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) effective Jan. 1.


Share the road with heavy trucks; especially during colder months

Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 01:00 am

Categories: Highway Safety

In North Dakota in 2022, one heavy vehicle-related crash occurred nearly every 12 hours. A majority of these crashes occur in cold weather months (October-March) and in rural areas.


I-29 closed from Fargo to Grand Forks

Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to Grand Forks due to icy road conditions making travel extremely hazardous.  


I-29 opens from Grand Forks to Canadian border

Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) reopened Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border. 


Southbound I-29 closed from Canadian border to Grand Forks

Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 10:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed the southbound lane on Interstate 29 from the Canadian border to Grand Forks due to vehicles in the ditch and icy road conditions making travel extremely hazardous.  


Westbound I-94 opens from Jamestown to Dawson

Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 02:30 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened the westbound lanes on Interstate 94 from Jamestown to Dawson.


I-29 opens from Grand Forks to Canadian border

Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) reopened Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border. 


Westbound I-94 closed from Jamestown to Dawson

Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 11:30 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed westbound lanes on Interstate 94 from Jamestown to Dawson due to blowing snow and icy road conditions.

 


NDDOT awards $10M in Township Assistance Program funding

Friday, December 22, 2023 at 08:00 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) selected 22 projects to fund through the newly created Township Assistance Program (TAP). 


NDDOT releases 2023 Name-A-Plow Contest winning plow names

Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 03:00 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has selected the winners for the third annual Name-A-Plow contest, in which North Dakota citizens submitted snowplow name ideas.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements for I-94 Midway and Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled next week

Monday, December 18, 2023 at 04:52 pm

Categories: Construction, Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. –  A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7, at the Morton Mandan Public Library - 609 W. Main Street in Mandan.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Devils Lake scheduled next week

Monday, December 18, 2023 at 04:49 pm

Categories: Construction, Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the City Hall Commission Chambers at the City of Devils Lake, 423 6th Street NE, in Devils Lake.


I-29 closing from Fargo to Canadian border

Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 08:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol anticipate closing Interstate 29 northbound and southbound from Fargo to the Canadian border at 11:30 a.m. due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, near-zero visibility and stranded vehicles. 


I-29 opens from Fargo to Canadian border

Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 07:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened Interstate 29 northbound and southbound from Fargo to the Canadian border. A No Travel Advised remains in effect for the Grand Forks area. The road was closed Saturday morning due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, near-zero visibility and stranded vehicles.   


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Thursday

Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 westbound will be temporarily reduced to one lane Thursday, Dec. 7, due to maintenance.


NDDOT finalizes 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and begins next planning cycle

Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 08:00 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) 2024-2027 Final Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) is now available. The STIP is a four-year program of transportation improvements to be funded with federal highway and transit monies. Improvements include state and county highways, urban streets, roadway safety features, bikeways and busing programs.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Grand Forks scheduled next week

Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 08:00 am

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14, at The Hive, 375 2nd Avenue North in Grand Forks. 


NDDOT announces 2023 Name-A-Plow Contest

Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 10:30 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) today announced the start of the 2023 Name-A-Plow Contest inviting North Dakotans to submit name ideas for a snowplow in their home district.


NDDOT announces I-94 closures for overhead sign installations in Fargo Correction: Closure time is clarified

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 03:55 pm

Categories: Construction

*Correction: The closure will occur overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning.

FARGO, N.D. — The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) alerts motorists of upcoming short-term closures that will happen overnight Wednesday, November 29 on eastbound Interstate 94 between Interstate 29 and 25th Street.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Max scheduled next week

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 01:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. –  A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Dec. 5 at Max Civic Hall at 215 Main St. in Max. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 5:30 p.m.   


Bowman Driver License closed during city hall building renovations

Monday, November 27, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Bowman Driver License Office is temporarily closed due to building renovations at city hall in Bowman. The area where the Driver License Office operates is estimated to re-open in February 2024.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Minot scheduled next week

Friday, November 24, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2023, at Perkett Elementary School, 2000 5th Avenue SW in Minot. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 6:15 p.m.


NDDOT office closures expected next week

Monday, November 20, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will temporarily close all full-time Driver License offices and the Bismarck Motor Vehicle office Nov. 28 from noon to 5 p.m. for employee training.


North Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor seeks nominees for 2024

Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 12:00 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Transportation Hall of Honor, formerly known as Highway Hall of Honor, is seeking nominations for individuals who have made a difference in North Dakota's transportation system.   


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Valley City scheduled next week

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the Valley City High School Cafeteria located at 493 Central Ave. N. in Valley City.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements on ND 23 scheduled next week

Monday, November 13, 2023 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting to be held on Monday, Nov. 20, to discuss proposed improvements to North Dakota Highway 23 through Four Bears Village. The meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. central time at the Johnny Bird Veterans Memorial Community Building in New Town.


Public hearing for proposed improvements in Fargo scheduled next week

Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public hearing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Commission Chambers at Fargo City Hall, 225 4th Street N.


Temporary closure of southbound I-29 to I-94 interchange scheduled overnight

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 03:20 pm

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Access ramps from Interstate 29 southbound to Interstate 94 in both directions will be briefly closed while crews install overhead signs tonight, Nov. 8.


Public input meeting for Watford City’s Long-Range Transportation and Future Land Use Plan scheduled next week

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 05:00 pm

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. central time on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at the Watford City Middle School, 100 3rd St. Northeast.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Drayton scheduled next week

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at Johnson Hall Community Center, 105 Almeron Avenue in Drayton. The meeting will utilize an open house format.   


NDDOT seeks innovative transportation ideas

Monday, November 6, 2023 at 02:30 pm

Categories: General

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), through its Transportation Innovation Program (TRIP), is seeking ideas for innovative transportation projects, processes, and products.   


I-29 southbound in Fargo scheduled to close temporarily over second night

Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 02:17 pm

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Southbound lanes of Interstate 29 in Fargo are scheduled to temporarily close for 30 minutes during night of Nov. 2 into the morning of Nov. 3 for an overhead sign installation. This is a continuation of a nighttime project that began Nov. 1.


I-29 southbound in Fargo scheduled to close temporarily for overhead sign installation

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 04:47 pm

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Southbound lanes of Interstate 29 in Fargo are scheduled to temporarily close overnight the night of Nov. 1 into the morning of Nov. 2 for two overhead sign installations.


NDDOT announces 2023 Name-A-Plow Contest

Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10:30 am

Categories: General, Highway Safety

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) today announced the start of the 2023 Name-A-Plow Contest inviting North Dakotans to submit name ideas for a snowplow in their home district.


State agencies partner to remind public to travel safely this winter

Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10:12 am

Categories: Construction, Highway Safety

BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Doug Burgum proclaimed Oct. 30 – Nov. 3 Severe Winter Weather Week in North Dakota and partners from the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP), North Dakota Department of Emergency Services and National Weather Service held a news conference today to provide information to help motorists prepare for winter weather and potential traffic impacts.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Minot scheduled next week

Friday, October 27, 2023 at 03:51 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. central time on Thursday, Nov. 2, at Minot City Hall at 10 3rd Ave. SW in Minot. The meeting will utilize an open house format.


US 85 reopens from Watford City to ND 200

Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 07:55 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened U.S. Highway 85 from Watford City to the junction of North Dakota Highway 200.


US 85 closed from Watford City to ND 200

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 06:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed U.S. Highway 85 from Watford City to the junction of North Dakota Highway 200 due to icy road conditions and near-zero visibility.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Casselton scheduled next week

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 2 at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Casselton. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 6:30 p.m. 


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Dickinson scheduled next week

Monday, October 23, 2023

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. -- A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Mountain Time on Monday, Oct. 30, at the Dickinson Rural Fire Department (South Station), 706 S Main Avenue in Dickinson.


I-29 northbound and ramps on Hickson and Davenport exits are scheduled to open by Friday afternoon

Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 10:50 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Interstate 29 north and southbound lanes from mile marker 49.5 to 55.0, the Hickson exit located ten miles south of Fargo and Davenport exit located six miles south of Fargo, are scheduled to fully open Friday, Oct. 20, in the afternoon.


Portion of Bismarck Expressway westbound to close briefly for traffic signal replacement

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Westbound Bismarck Expressway will be closed at Washington Street starting at 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, while the traffic signal is replaced. Westbound Bismarck Expressway will reopen Friday, Oct. 20, by 6 a.m.


Temporary closure expected on US 281 near Monango

Thursday, October 12, 2023

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – A temporary closure is expected on U.S. Highway 281 at mile point 16, just south of Monango, Oct. 17-18.


Public input meeting for TMC and I-29 SMART corridor scheduled next week

Thursday, October 12, 2023

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 19 at the Alerus Center Meeting Room 10, 1200 S. 42nd in Grand Forks. 


Public input meeting for proposed improvements near Sterling scheduled next week

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at the Sterling School, 118 McKenzie Street in Sterling.


Temporary closures expected on East Burdick Expressway Bridge

Monday, October 9, 2023 at 05:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The East Burdick Expressway Bridge over the Canadian Pacific Railway in Minot is scheduled to be closed October 10-11 as part of the continuing bridge rehabilitation project.


NDDOT accepting applications for Flexible Transportation Fund program

Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is now accepting applications for the Flexible Transportation Fund (Flex Fund) program.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of two previously unpublished projects in 2024.


Hay bales need to be removed from highway rights of way before November 1

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

All hay bales on North Dakota highway rights of way, must be removed by Wednesday, Nov. 1. Hay bales remaining on rights of way after this date will be removed as directed by the North Dakota Department of Transportation district engineers. The bales need to be removed for snow management and safety reasons.


Construction scheduled to begin on I-94 near South Heart

Monday, October 2, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Thursday, Oct. 5, at the westbound Interstate 94 Interchange near South Heart.


Construction impacting Grant Marsh Bridge on I-94 to begin next week

Friday, September 15, 2023 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation is beginning construction work on Interstate 94 to prepare for a Grant Marsh Bridge (Missouri River bridge) 2024 project.


Lane closure to switch on Interstate 94 Hay Creek Bridge

Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 08:15 am

Categories: Construction

Traffic will be moved to the passing (left) lanes in either direction on Interstate 94 over the Hay Creek Bridge in Bismarck starting Wednesday, Sept. 13.


Lane closures on South Ninth Street to shift

Friday, September 8, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: Construction

Traffic on South Ninth Street will return to the two east lanes starting Monday, Sept. 11. The two west lanes will once again be closed for work.


Lane closure to shift on East Bismarck Expressway

Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 08:15 am

Categories: Construction

The left (inside) lane will be closed on East Bismarck Expressway from Main Avenue to Miriam Drive starting Wednesday, Sept. 7, at 5 a.m. Traffic will be moved to the outside lane. 


Lane closures on State Street to change daily

Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Construction

Lane closures on State Street will be changing daily starting Wednesday night, Sept. 6. Motorists are advised to watch for flaggers and be prepared for traffic changes over the next two weeks.


NDDOT extending application due date for Township Assistance Program

Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 02:52 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is extending the application due date for the Township Assistance Program to Oct. 6.


NDDOT to begin mowing near state highways in September

Friday, September 1, 2023 at 02:30 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin fall mowing operations along state highways in early September.


Traffic control reduced for portions of I-94 in Bismarck during Labor Day weekend

Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Traffic control under the State Street bridge on Interstate 94 will be removed Friday, Sept. 1, to ease traffic flow for Labor Day weekend. 


Detour adjusted for State Street intersection closure

Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 08:55 am

Categories: Construction

One of the detours on State Street starting the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 29, has been adjusted.


Detours to begin for State Street intersection closure

Friday, August 25, 2023 at 02:37 pm

Categories: Construction

Detours will be in place for some State Street traffic starting the evening of Tuesday, August 29.


Pipeline work on US 83 to cause lane closure near Coleharbor

Friday, August 25, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

An Army Corps of Engineers project along the east side of U.S. Highway 83 will require a lane closure for a two-mile stretch of the highway north of Coleharbor between mile markers 155-157. Road work will begin Monday, Aug. 28 and will continue as long as the weather permits.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Jamestown scheduled next week

Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 08:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, at the Alfred Dickey Public Library in Jamestown, 105 3rd St. SE. 


NDDOT office closures expected next week

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will temporarily close all Driver License offices Aug. 29-30 for employee training.


NDDOT announces I-94 lane shift for tri-level sign installation

Monday, August 21, 2023 at 04:03 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) alerts motorists of an upcoming on eastbound Interstate 94 from the tri-level bridge to 25th Street South. 


Highway 1804 now open at mile point 52

Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 05:16 pm

Categories: Construction

North Dakota Highway 1804 is now open at mile point 52, three miles north of the Hazelton Recreation Area.


Southbound lane closure coming to State Street

Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The middle and inside (left) southbound lanes of State Street will close Sunday, Aug. 20, at 4 p.m. for evening and overnight work. By Monday morning, only the middle southbound lane will remain closed for construction work.


County Road 139 reopens at I-94 Eagle Nest Interchange project

Thursday, August 17, 2023 at 12:24 pm

Categories: Construction

Morton County Road 139 is open to one lane today at the Eagle Nest Interchange on Interstate 94 near Glen Ullin.


Tri-level bridge to undergo routine inspection

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 01:50 pm

Categories: Construction

The southbound Interstate 29 to eastbound Interstate 94 interchange, known locally as the tri-level bridge, will undergo routine inspection August 21-23.


Resurfacing project will slow motorists on US 81 between Minto and Grafton

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 02:20 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will be resurfacing U.S. Highway 81 on an eight-mile stretch between Minto and Grafton beginning Wednesday, Aug. 16.


Roadwork on 19th Avenue North will reduce traffic to one lane near I-29

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 12:10 pm

Categories: Construction

On Thursday, August 17, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will reduce traffic to one lane each way on 19th Avenue North in Fargo between Dakota Drive and Interstate 29.


Northbound State Street lane closure to shift

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at 08:45 am

Categories: Construction

The middle northbound lane on State Street will open to traffic by mid-morning Tuesday, August 15. The left lane will then be closed for construction work.


Lane closures to shift on South Ninth Street

Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 11:40 am

Categories: Construction

Traffic on South Ninth Street will be shifted into the two west lanes as the two east lanes will close Friday, August 11. 


City of Grand Forks, NDDOT seeks comments on project near Ray Richards Golf Course

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 10:40 am

Categories: Public Meetings

The City of Grand Forks and North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) are proposing the construction of a grade separated crossing at the intersection of 42nd Street and DeMers Avenue in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Currently, five build alternatives are being analyzed to achieve the purpose and need for the project.


Public input meeting for Watford City’s Long-Range Transportation and Future Land Use Plan scheduled August 16

Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 09:45 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. CST on Wednesday, August 16, at the Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway in Watford City.


NDDOT issues newly designed driver’s license

Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 08:45 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) began issuing the newly designed driver’s license and photo ID cards last week in Bismarck.


Harvest Lane at State Street closed for concrete work

Monday, August 7, 2023 at 01:35 pm

Categories: Construction

The intersection at Harvest Lane and State Street will be closed for several days as concrete work is underway.


Lane closure to impact traffic on State Street starting Sunday

Friday, August 4, 2023 at 03:01 pm

Categories: Construction

The middle northbound lane on State Street from East Divide Avenue to East Calgary Avenue will be closed beginning Sunday, August 6, at 6 p.m. The left and right lanes of traffic will remain open.


Rail repairs will cause temporary closure of ND 200

Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: Construction

Repair work is scheduled to begin Wednesday, August 2, on North Dakota Highway 200 at the rail crossing north of Hillsboro.


Nighttime pavement marking underway on Bismarck Expressway

Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction crews have completed nighttime paving and milling operations on Bismarck Expressway from west of Washington Street to east of Burlington Drive. Nighttime work has now switched to installing the grooved permanent pavement marking.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 17 near Grafton

Friday, July 28, 2023 at 03:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Aug. 1, on North Dakota Highway 17 near Grafton.


Construction scheduled to begin on US 2 next week

Friday, July 28, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction scheduled to begin Monday, July 31, on the northeast and southwest exit ramps at the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and U.S 83.


Construction temporarily closes portion of Highway 73

Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 01:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to temporarily close a portion of North Dakota Highway 73 beginning Monday, July 31.


Capitol Avenue at State Street in Bismarck to be closed temporarily July 30

Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

Capitol Avenue at State Street will be closed starting Sunday, July 30, at 1 p.m. until Monday, July 31, at 6 a.m. to support construction work in the area.


Culvert repair on Highway 1804 scheduled to begin tomorrow

Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 05:30 pm

Categories: Construction

The culvert repair project on North Dakota Highway 1804, three miles north of Hazelton, is scheduled to begin Wednesday, July 26.


Roadwork scheduled to begin July 31 on 32nd Avenue South in Grand Forks

Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: Construction

Roadwork on U.S. Highway 81, known inside Grand Forks as 32nd Avenue South, is scheduled to begin Monday, July 31.


NDDOT accepting applications for Township Assistance Program

Monday, July 24, 2023 at 01:30 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), in partnership with the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute (UGPTI) at NDSU, is seeking applications for the Township Assistance Program.


New construction project start date delayed on East Bismarck Expressway

Friday, July 21, 2023 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Construction

The roadwork on East Bismarck Expressway from East Main Avenue to Miriam Drive is now set to start July 31 or later. Outside lanes for north and southbound traffic will be closed for the first phase of the project.


Traffic shift scheduled on East Burdick Expressway Bridge project

Friday, July 21, 2023 at 04:20 pm

Categories: Construction

A traffic shift is scheduled to begin Monday, July 24, at the East Burdick Expressway Bridge project over the Canadian Pacific Railway in Minot.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Medora scheduled July 27

Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:30 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. MST on Thursday, July 27, at the Medora Community Center 465 Pacific Avenue in Medora.


I-94 reconstruction project moves to eastbound lanes in West Fargo

Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 03:40 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is in the process of switching work from the westbound lanes to the eastbound lanes on the Interstate 94 reconstruction project from West Fargo’s Sheyenne Street to the Raymond interchange. The westbound ramp for Exit 343 will now be open to traffic.


Bismarck Expressway milling and asphalt paving expanded

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 08:10 pm

Categories: Construction

Nighttime milling and asphalt paving operations have expanded on Bismarck Expressway from just west of Washington Street to just east of Burlington Drive, near Sam’s Club.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 07:55 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of a previously unpublished project in 2023.


New construction project to begin on East Bismarck Expressway

Monday, July 17, 2023 at 05:00 pm

Categories: Construction

Roadwork begins Monday, July 24, on East Bismarck Expressway from East Main Avenue to Miriam Drive. Outside lanes for north and southbound traffic will be closed for the first phase of the project.


Construction scheduled to begin Monday on ND 17 near Grafton

Friday, July 14, 2023 at 02:30 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, July 17, on North Dakota Highway 17 near Grafton.


Construction scheduled to begin Monday on Highway 200 and 1806

Friday, July 14, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled begin Monday, July 17, on North Dakota Highway 200 near Beulah and North Dakota Highway 1806 near Pick City.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Thursday

Friday, July 14, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 westbound will be temporarily reduced to one lane Thursday, July 20, due to guard rail maintenance.


Draft 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program ready for public comment

Friday, July 14, 2023 at 12:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has published a draft of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) and it will be available for comment from July 14 to Aug. 14, 2023.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Grand Forks scheduled July 20

Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 05:45 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, to discuss proposed improvements for the reconstruction of the intersection of Belmont Road, South Fifth Street and Division Avenue.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 03:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of a previously unpublished project in 2023.


Nighttime milling to begin Sunday on Bismarck Expressway

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 05:45 pm

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announces milling will begin on Bismarck Expressway at 7 a.m. Sunday and continue overnight until 6:30 a.m. Monday.


Culvert repair temporary closes portion of Highway 1804

Thursday, July 6, 2023 at 03:40 pm

Categories: Construction

North Dakota Highway 1804 is now closed at mile point 52, three miles north of the Hazelton Recreation Area, due to an emergency culvert replacement.


Construction scheduled to begin tomorrow on US 2 in Minot

Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at 03:00 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Thursday, July 6, at the BNSF Rail Bridge on U.S. Highway 2 East in Minot.


Inspection scheduled next week for Four Bears Bridge

Monday, July 3, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is scheduled to begin a routine inspection at the Four Bears Bridge Monday, July 10.


Bismarck Expressway traffic control reduced for Fourth of July weekend

Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 04:35 pm

Categories: Construction

Traffic control will be reduced on Bismarck Expressway beginning in the evening of Friday, June 30, for the holiday weekend. Traffic control will remain in place from Seventh Street to 12th Street in both directions on Bismarck Expressway for the weekend.


Motorists urged to drive with caution through Ninth Street construction

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: Construction

Additional safety measures have been taken in the construction zone on Ninth Street. Lane closures from Bismarck Expressway to Front Avenue have been extended from a single far left lane to both left lanes. Speed limits have also been reduced in the construction zone for the safety of motorists and work crews.


US 85 now open, culvert replacement complete at mile 105

Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Construction

The culvert replacement project is now complete two miles south of the junction of U.S. Highway 85 and North Dakota Highway 200 at mile point 105. Highway 85 is now fully open to traffic.


Maintenance work scheduled tomorrow on I-29 in Grand Forks

Monday, June 26, 2023 at 10:35 pm

Categories: Construction

Maintenance work scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 27, on lighting structures at the 32nd Avenue Interchange on Interstate 29 in Grand Forks. 


NDDOT to relocate Beulah Driver License Office

Friday, June 23, 2023 at 02:15 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is relocating the Beulah Driver License Office beginning on Wednesday, June 28. The new office is located at the Civic Center, 250 Seventh St. NE. in Beulah.


NDDOT to relocate Devils Lake Driver License Office

Friday, June 23, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is opening the new Devils Lake Driver License Office on Monday, July 3. The new office is located at City Plaza, 210 Highway 2 W. Ste 13. 


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Valley City scheduled June 29

Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 05:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on June 29 at the Hi-Liner Activity Center, 493 Central Ave. N. in Valley City. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 5:45 p.m.


Nineteenth Street bridge work to begin June 26

Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Construction

Roadwork on the 19th Street bridge over Interstate 94 will begin Monday, June 26. Crews will be setting portable concrete barriers and doing bridge overlay work on the southbound lane first, stretching from Capital Avenue to Interstate Avenue.


Bismarck Expressway traffic control removed for McQuade’s weekend

Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Construction

Traffic control on Bismarck Expressway between Washington Street and Ninth Street will be removed before the kickoff of the Sam McQuade Sr. Charity Softball Tournament. Cones will be removed on or before Thursday, June 22 to ease traffic flow.


Roadwork beginning June 19 on Ninth Street in Bismarck

Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 04:05 pm

Categories: Construction

Roadwork on Ninth Street between Bismarck Expressway and Front Avenue will begin June 19. The northbound far west lane will be closed at the start of construction, with other lane closures expected during the project.


Construction scheduled to begin June 21 near I-194 in Mandan

Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Wednesday, June 21, on the Memorial Highway exit ramp and northbound Interstate 194 south of the BNSF Railway underpass in Mandan.


Night paving operations on East Bismarck Expressway begin June 18

Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) announces that night paving operations on East Bismarck Expressway will begin Sunday, June 18, and will continue through the week. Work will occur nightly from 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. and will be located between Burlington Drive (near the Rock Island Walmart) to just north of Main Street at Rosser Avenue.


Construction begins today on Highway 1 near Lakota

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 05:15 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction began today on North Dakota Highway 1 north of Lakota.


I-94 Exit 156 westbound scheduled to close tomorrow for sign installation

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Construction

The Interstate 94 Exit 156 westbound ramp is scheduled to temporarily close tomorrow for a sign installation project in Bismarck. During this closure, Interstate 194 westbound will be reduced to one lane near the project.


Temporary detour in place on US 85

Monday, June 12, 2023 at 05:15 pm

Categories: Construction

Beginning Tuesday, June 13, at 6 p.m. Mountain time U.S. Highway 85 will be closed two miles south of the junction of U.S. 85 and North Dakota Highway 200 or 29 miles north of Belfield due to an emergency culvert replacement.


Chip sealing begins today on ND 1 and ND 200

Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 11:35 am

Categories: Construction

Application of oil and rock chips – known as chip sealing – begins today on N.D. Highway 1 and N.D. 200 and involves the cities of Hannaford and Cooperstown. The work will take place on N.D. 1 from the junction of N.D. 26, near Dazey to the west junction of N.D. 200. Additionally, work will take place on N.D. 200 from the east junction of N.D. 1 to one mile east of Cooperstown. Chip sealing will preserve and extend the life of the pavement.


Road repairs to begin on US, state highways near Petersburg, Walhalla and Niagara

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: Construction

Road repairs are scheduled to begin Thursday, June 8, on U.S. Highway 2, and N.D. Highways 32, 17 and 18. Work is expected to be completed the end of June.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 5 near Joliette

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

Construction is scheduled to begin Thursday, June 8, on North Dakota Highway 5 three miles east of Joliette. Surface repairs such as milling, reclaiming, and paving will be done. The project is expected to be completed by the end of June.


Chip sealing begins on ND 38 between Hope, Page

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 11:52 am

Categories: Construction

Application of oil and rock chips – known as chip sealing – begins today on N.D. Highway 38 and involves the cities of Hope and Page. The work will take place on N.D. 38 between the junction of N.D. 32 and the city of Page. Chip sealing will preserve and extend the life of the pavement. It is expected to be completed June 23.


NDDOT issues statement on USDOT grant award

Monday, June 5, 2023 at 09:12 am

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) issued the following statement today in response to the announcement that the NDDOT was awarded a $30 million grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Project to Improve Efficiency, Connectivity, Equity, and Safety (PIECES) program. This project will include the construction of a bridge separating road and rail at Demers/42nd street in Grand Forks.


State Street being reduced to one lane starting Tuesday, June 6 at 8 p.m.

Monday, June 5, 2023 at 08:00 am

Categories: Construction

Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is announcing a temporary change in traffic patterns on State Street (U.S. 83), beginning Tuesday, June 6 at 8 p.m. To accommodate the necessary roadwork, State Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic during the specified hours.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance June 5-6

Friday, June 2, 2023 at 02:40 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Easbound lanes of the Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 will undergo deck washing and maintenance Monday, June 5 and Tuesday, June 6.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 5 west of Mohall

Friday, June 2, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, June 5, on North Dakota Highway 5 west of Mohall.


Bridge work on US 83 bypass to begin in Minot

Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 04:53 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 6, on U.S. Highway 83 west bypass in Minot.


NDDOT to begin mowing near state highways mid-June

Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will begin mowing a seven-to-ten-foot clearance along shoulders of state highways starting the week of June 15.


Traffic signal upgrades scheduled for Washington and Expressway intersection Monday

Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The traffic signals at the intersection of Washington and Expressway will be shut down for upgrades starting at 10 p.m. on Monday, June 5. The Bismarck Police Department will be on site to provide traffic control during the shutdown.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements to I-94 scheduled June 8 in Tappen

Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on June 8 at the Tappen City Hall at 118 N Main St. in Tappen.


Bridge work to begin on Walter Hjelle Bridge near Washburn

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is scheduled to begin bridge work on the north and south ends of the Walter Hjelle Bridge located on North Dakota Highway 200A crossing the Missouri River west of Washburn, N.D., Monday, June 5.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 21 near New England

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, June 5, on North Dakota Highway 21 approximately eight miles south of New England.


Construction began today on ND 8 near New Town

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 05:15 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction began today at the intersection of North Dakota Highway 23 and Highway 8, six miles east of New Town.


Construction began today on ND 23 near New Town

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 05:10 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction began today on North Dakota Highway 23, four miles east of New Town.


Public input meeting to discuss future improvements to I-94 Midway and Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled June 5

Friday, May 26, 2023 at 03:40 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on June 5 at the Huckleberry House – 1700 River Road in Bismarck. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a presentation starting at 6 p.m.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 5 near Cavalier

Friday, May 26, 2023 at 10:00 am

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Tuesday, May 30, on North Dakota Highway 5 at the east junction of North Dakota Highway 18 near Cavalier.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Tuesday

Friday, May 26, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 westbound is scheduled for bridge maintenance on May 30-31.


Temporary road construction clearances slated for Memorial Day weekend

Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction on Bismarck Expressway and Washington Street will be temporarily cleared beginning Friday evening, May 26. Construction will resume in a new configuration on Tuesday, May 30.


Nighttime constructing beginning May 30 on Highway 1804

Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Nighttime construction is scheduled to begin Tuesday, May 30, on North Dakota Highway 1804 south of Bismarck.


NDDOT and partners officially kick-off construction season

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 02:05 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, ND - In anticipation of the upcoming travel season, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) kicked off the 2023 construction season with a news conference today in Fargo to discuss upcoming projects and work zone safety. This year’s construction season consists of approximately $600 million in projects throughout North Dakota to enhance the state highway system.


Public input meeting for proposed structural plate pipe replacement in Minot scheduled May 30

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 11:25 am

Categories: Construction, Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 30 at the Sleep Inn & Suites Conference Center, Sunrise Room - 2400 10th Street SW in Minot. The meeting will be an open house with a formal presentation starting at 5:30 p.m.


Shoulder closure scheduled May 26 on I-94 exit ramp

Monday, May 22, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Shoulder closure scheduled Friday, May 26, both east and west of the westbound Interstate 94 exit ramp 157, and within the Tyler Parkway Interchange in Bismarck.


Construction scheduled to begin on I-29 north of Grand Forks

Friday, May 19, 2023 at 02:15 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 22, on Interstate 29 north of Grand Forks.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 20 north of McHenry

Friday, May 19, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 22, on North Dakota Highway 20 approximately one mile north of McHenry.


Shoulder closure scheduled May 26 on I-194 exit ramp

Friday, May 19, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Shoulder closure scheduled Friday, May 26, on the westbound Interstate 194 exit ramp 156 into the Tyler Parkway Interchange in Bismarck.


Temporary closures expected on East Burdick Expressway Bridge next week

Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 05:15 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The East Burdick Expressway Bridge over the Canadian Pacific Railway in Minot is scheduled to be closed May 22-23 as part of the continuing bridge rehabilitation project.


Medina Rest Area will close temporarily during I-94 construction

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 12:30 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – A rest area along Interstate 94 near Medina, N.D., will close temporarily during road construction.


NDDOT begins bridge repair projects in Grand Forks District

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 06:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) began bridge rehabilitation work on multiple bridges this week in the Grand Forks district.


Grant Marsh Bridge scheduled for maintenance Thursday

Monday, May 15, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Grant Marsh Bridge on Interstate 94 westbound will be temporarily reduced to one lane Thursday, May 18, due to bridge maintenance.


Construction scheduled to begin May 22 on ND 14 near Anamoose, Towner

Monday, May 15, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 22, on North Dakota Highway 14 near both Anamoose and Towner.


Construction scheduled to begin Monday near Burlington

Friday, May 12, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Construction

Construction scheduled to begin Monday near Burlington.


Construction scheduled to begin on I-29 near Mooreton

Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 15, on northbound lanes of Interstate 29 between the Mooreton interchange (exit 23) to two miles north of the Galchutt interchange (exit 33).


ND 5 opens west of Joliette

Monday, May 8, 2023 at 05:10 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – Floodwaters near the Red River have receded enough to reopen North Dakota Highway 5 west of Joliette. It was closed in advance of expected flooding on Friday, April 28.


Lane closure scheduled Wednesday on I-194 exit ramp

Monday, May 8, 2023 at 05:05 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Lane closure scheduled Wednesday, May 10, on the westbound Interstate 194 exit ramp north of the BNSF Railway underpass in Mandan.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Lisbon scheduled May 15

Monday, May 8, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on May 15 at Lisbon High School Commons - 502 Ash Street, in Lisbon. The public input meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 5:30 p.m. 


Construction scheduled to begin on I-29 near Joliette

Friday, May 5, 2023 at 05:05 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 8, on Interstate 29 between mile points 202 and 204.


Construction scheduled to begin on U.S. 52 south of Minot

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 10:30 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, May 8, on U.S. Highway 52 south of Minot.


Lane closures are in place on I-29

Monday, May 1, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Lane closures began on May 1 on Interstate 29 from 3.5 miles south of the Grandin Interchange (Exit 92) to north of Blanchard Interchange (Exit 100).


CORRECTED* ND 5 scheduled to close west of Joliette

Friday, April 28, 2023 at 02:27 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

* Corrects spelling Juliette to Joliette.

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation and North Dakota Highway Patrol are temporarily closing North Dakota Highway 5 from Joliette to the Red River today at 4 p.m. due to localized flooding.


NDDOT accepting bids for hay along interstate right of way

Friday, April 28, 2023 at 12:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking bids for cutting, baling, and removing hay on designated sections of highway right of way along Interstate 94 and Interstate 29. Bids will be for the 2023 haying season.


Construction beginning May 1 on State Street and Bismarck Expressway

Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 1, on State Street and Bismarck Expressway.


Construction scheduled to begin on U.S. 83 south of Minot

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Construction

 

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Thursday, April 27, on U.S. Highway 83 northbound lanes, 15 miles south of Minot.


Traffic shift scheduled tomorrow for I-94 project near Glen Ullin

Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 12:30 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – County Road 139 is scheduled to close at the Interstate 94 interchange near Glen Ullin Thursday, April 26.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Fargo scheduled May 2

Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at 04:45 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held May 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fargo Readiness Center - 3270 40th Ave. N. in Fargo. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a presentation starting at 5:15 p.m.


Lane reductions on I-94 at the Maple River to be in place while new bridge is constructed

Friday, April 21, 2023 at 01:50 pm

Categories: Construction

FARGO, N.D. – Beginning Monday, April 24, eastbound and westbound traffic will be routed to the eastbound lanes for upcoming westbound Maple River bridge construction.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Hazen scheduled next week

Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting to discuss proposed improvements on North Dakota Highway 200 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 25 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. CDT at Hazen City Hall.


Construction scheduled to begin on ND 1804 south of Bismarck

Monday, April 17, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, April 24, on North Dakota Highway 1804, south of Bismarck.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Mandan scheduled April 20

Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 04:30 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The public input meeting to discuss proposed improvements to the Interstate 94 Interchange at Sunset Drive, Exit 152, is scheduled for Thursday, April 20.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 04:15 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

 

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of five previously unpublished transportation alternatives projects in 2023.


Construction scheduled to begin next week on I-94 near Gladstone

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, April 17, on Interstate 94 near Gladstone.  


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Bismarck scheduled April 18

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 04:35 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held April 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wachter Middle School Cafetorium, 1107 South 7th Street, in Bismarck. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 6:00 p.m.


Construction scheduled to begin Wednesday in Minot

Monday, April 10, 2023 at 04:35 pm

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Wednesday, April 12, at the East Burdick Expressway Bridge over the Canadian Pacific Railway in Minot.


Construction scheduled to begin next week on I-94 near Beach

Friday, April 7, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Construction

BISMARCK, N.D. – Construction is scheduled to begin Monday, April 10, on Interstate 94 near Beach.


I-94 fully open in North Dakota

Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 02:03 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened the remaining portion of Interstate 94 in North Dakota.


I-94 reopens in phases

Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 11:25 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened Interstate 94 eastbound lanes from Bismarck to Jamestown.


I-29 reopens in North Dakota

Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 07:07 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened all of Interstate 29 and several state highways in the Fargo area.


I-29 closed from Grand Forks to Canadian border

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 09:45 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-29 closed from Fargo to Grand Forks

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 06:30 pm

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to Grand Forks due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-94 closed from Bismarck to Fargo

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 03:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Fargo due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


Corrected -- I-29 closed from Fargo to South Dakota border

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 02:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

** Corrected to reflect I-29 is closed both directions from Fargo to the South Dakota border. **

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to the South Dakota border and North Dakota Highway 13 from Interstate 29 to Wahpeton due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-29 southbound lanes closed from Fargo to South Dakota border

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 southbound lanes from Fargo to the South Dakota border and North Dakota Highway 13 from Interstate 29 to Wahpeton due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-94 fully open in N.D.

Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:54 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have opened all of Interstate 94 in North Dakota.


I-94 westbound open between Fargo, Valley City

Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol has  opened westbound Interstate 94 between Fargo and Jamestown.


I-94 open between Bismarck and Jamestown

Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 09:30 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 between Bismarck and Jamestown.


I-29 reopens to traffic

Saturday, April 1, 2023

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have opened Interstate 29 from Fargo to the South Dakota border.


I-29 closing at 8 p.m.

Friday, March 31, 2023 at 07:47 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol are closing Interstate 29 at 8 p.m. central time due to poor weather conditions.


I-94 between Bismarck, Fargo closing at 7 p.m.

Friday, March 31, 2023 at 06:35 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol will close Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Fargo at 7 p.m. due to icy road conditions and near-zero visibility. I-94 will remain closed overnight.


Seasonal highway load restrictions scheduled next week

Friday, March 31, 2023 at 12:30 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will implement seasonal load restrictions on several highways located in the southwestern portion of the state beginning Thursday, April 6. 


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Mandan rescheduled for April 20

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 11:30 am

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The public input meeting to discuss proposed improvements to the Interstate 94 Interchange at Sunset Drive, Exit 152, was rescheduled for Thursday, April 20.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements near Almont scheduled March 30

Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. CST on March 30 at 108 Burt Ave. in Almont. The meeting will utilize an open house format with formal presentations at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 05:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for an addition of a previously unpublished project in 2023.


I-94, U.S. 52 reopen to traffic

Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Fargo and U.S. Highway 52 from Jamestown to Harvey.


I-29 reopen from Fargo to Canadian border

Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 29 from Fargo to the Canadian border.


Portions of I-94 and U.S. 2 reopen

Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 from Dickinson to Bismarck and U.S. Highway 2 from Devils Lake to Grand Forks.


U.S. 52 closed from Jamestown to Harvey

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 07:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed U.S. Highway 52 from Jamestown to Harvey due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-94 closed from Bismarck to Dickinson

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 06:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Dickinson due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-94 closed from Bismarck to Fargo

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 04:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

 

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Fargo due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


U.S. 2 closed from Lakota to Devils Lake

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 03:25 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed U.S. Highway 2 from Lakota to Devils Lake due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


U.S. 2 closed from Grand Forks to Lakota

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 03:10 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed U.S. Highway 2 from Grand Forks to Lakota due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-29 closed from Grand Forks to Canadian border

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 02:48 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


I-29 closed from Fargo to Grand Forks

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 02:35 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to Grand Forks due to blowing snow, icy road conditions, and near-zero visibility.


U.S. 85 reopens from Watford City to Grassy Butte

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 01:45 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened U.S. Highway 85 from Watford City to Grassy Butte. 


Section of U.S. 85 closed due to traffic incident

Friday, March 17, 2023 at 12:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed U.S. Highway 85 from Watford City to Grassy Butte due to a traffic incident. 


Orn named NDDOT deputy director for planning

Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 08:30 am

Categories: General

Chad Orn named the deputy director for planning at the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) effective March 16.BISMARCK, N.D. – Chad Orn named the deputy director for planning at the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) effective March 16.


I-94 reopens from West Fargo to Casselton

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 09:40 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol reopened Interstate 94 westbound lanes from West Fargo to Casselton. 


Section of I-94 closed due to crash

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 03:03 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 between Casselton and West Fargo due to an incident involving trucks carrying hazardous materials. Both eastbound and westbound lanes are affected.


NDDOT seeks comments on 2023 STIP amendment

Monday, March 13, 2023 at 05:15 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking comments on an amendment to the 2023-2026 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for inclusion of two previously unpublished projects in 2023.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Minto scheduled March 20

Monday, March 13, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held March 20 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Minto Community Center at 114 Harvey Ave. in Minto.


I-94 open from Dickinson to Bismarck; U.S. 52 open

Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 from Dickinson to Bismarck. U.S. Highway 52 from Minot to Jamestown is also open.


I-94 between Dickinson, Bismarck closing overnight due to extreme winter weather

Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 08:58 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have again closed Interstate 94 between Dickinson and Bismarck due to dangerous blizzard conditions. This same stretch was also closed last night.


I-94 open from Dickinson to Jamestown

Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 01:40 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 from Dickinson to Jamestown.


I-94 open from Dickinson to the Montana border

Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

 

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94 from Dickinson to the Montana border. I-94 from Dickinson to Jamestown and U.S. 52 remain closed.


I-94 between Dickinson, Bismarck closing overnight due to extreme winter weather

Friday, March 10, 2023 at 08:58 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol are closing Interstate 94 between Dickinson and Bismarck at 9 p.m. Central Time due to dangerous blizzard conditions.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Fargo scheduled March 14

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

 

BISMARCK, N.D. – A public input meeting will be held March 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fargo Readiness Center - 3270 40th Avenue North in Fargo.


I-94 opening delayed from Jamestown to Fargo

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 04:18 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol now plan to open Interstate 94 from Jamestown to Fargo today at 4:30 p.m.


NDDOT provides tentative highway opening schedule

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 01:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol announce a tentative schedule to open highways the afternoon of March 1.  


I-29 closed from Fargo to Grand Forks due to winter weather

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 06:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to Grand Forks due to snow drifts, icy road conditions and near-zero visibility. 


Portions of I-29, ND 13 closed due to winter weather

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 05:15 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 29 from Fargo to the South Dakota border and North Dakota Highway 13 from Interstate 29 to Wahpeton due to snow drifts, icy road conditions and near-zero visibility.


I-94 closed from Jamestown to Fargo due to winter weather

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 09:25 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 from Jamestown to Fargo due to icy road conditions and near-zero visibility.


Portions of I-94, US 52, US 281 closed due to winter weather

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 08:15 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed Interstate 94 from Bismarck to Jamestown, U.S. Highway 52 from Harvey to Jamestown, and U.S. Highway 281 from Jamestown to the South Dakota border.


I-94, I-29 and Highway 13 all open in North Dakota but no travel advised

Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have opened all lanes of Interstate 94 between Jamestown and Fargo, as well as Interstate 29 and N.D. Highway 13.


I-94 between Bismarck, Jamestown open in North Dakota

Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have opened all lanes of Interstate 94 between Jamestown and Bismarck. Icy road conditions and reduced visibility still exist and drivers are urged to use caution.


I-94 westbound between Jamestown, Bismarck open in North Dakota

Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 09:34 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol have opened the westbound lanes of Interstate 94 between Jamestown and Bismarck. Icy road conditions and reduced visibility still exist and drivers are urged to use caution.


ND state highways to close overnight due to extreme winter weather

Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 04:14 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol announce the closure of Interstates 29 and 94 along with Highway 13 in anticipation of dangerous weather.


Seasonal highway load restrictions anticipated soon

Friday, February 17, 2023 at 03:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – Due to continued warm weather patterns, seasonal load restrictions may be implemented on North Dakota state highways as temperatures continue to rise.


I-29 open from Fargo to Grand Forks

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 01:00 pm

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 29 from Fargo to Grand Forks


Portions of I-29, ND 13 open in North Dakota

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 10:34 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 29 from the South Dakota border to Fargo and North Dakota Highway 13. These highways were previously closed due to winter weather.

I-29 remains closed from Fargo to Grand Forks.


Interstate 94 open in North Dakota

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 09:43 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 94.

Road closures remain in effect across the state.


Portions of I-29, US 2 open to traffic

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 06:30 am

Categories: Road Conditions

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol opened Interstate 29 from Grand Forks to the Canadian border and U.S. Highway 2 from Rugby to Lakota.

Several road closures remain in effect across the state.


ND state highways close due to winter weather

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Road Conditions

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) and North Dakota Highway Patrol closed portions of major state highways due to icy roads and near-zero visibility.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Casselton scheduled Feb. 16

Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Feb. 16 at the Days Inn at 2050 Governor's Drive in Casselton. The meeting will utilize an open house format.


NDDOT publishes first combined State Freight and Rail Plan

Friday, January 27, 2023 at 03:05 pm

Categories: General

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has published an updated and, for the first time, combined State Freight and Rail Plan (SFRP).


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Jamestown scheduled Jan. 31

Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 02:00 pm

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at the Jamestown City Hall at 102 3rd Ave. SE. The meeting will utilize an open house format.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Grand Forks scheduled Jan. 12

Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 09:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 12, at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 2985 South 42nd Street in Grand Forks. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 5:30 p.m.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in Beulah scheduled Jan. 10

Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 11:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10 at the Beulah Civic Center. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 6 p.m.


Public input meeting for proposed improvements in West Fargo scheduled Jan. 10

Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 10:00 am

Categories: Public Meetings

A public input meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10 at the Hulbert Aquatic Center, Room P140, 620 Seventh Ave. East, in West Fargo. The meeting will utilize an open house format with a formal presentation at 6 p.m.


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