Road construction under way in Grand Portage

A long-awaited road reconstruction project is under way in Grand Portage. During the project, there will be periodic road closures on County Road 17, Old Highway 61 and Mineral Center Road.
 
The first closure, on the Old Highway 61 section, went into effect on August 22 and work is expected to last a few weeks as as Northland Constructors completes pavement reclamation and culvert replacements. 

Drivers in that area are asked to take an alternate route via Mineral Center Road.
 
The county reminds motorist to drive carefully and to obey all signage.
 
County spokesperson Valerie Marasco said, “Your patience is appreciated as we work to make these important infrastructure improvements.”
 
WTIP’s Rhonda Silence  checked in with County Commissioner Bob Deschampe, who also works in the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s construction department to learn more.