The Wadena City Council will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, November 12th instead of Tuesday, November 11th as the Veterans Day Holiday falls on the scheduled meeting day. Thank You!
The City of Wadena office staff will be out of the office for training on Thursday, September 18th.
The Planning and Zoning Desk at City Hall will still be open to help you with regular business
Need help with your utility account? Give the Utility Office a call at 218-631-7712.
Thanks for your understanding while our team takes time to learn and improve how we serve you!
The Planning and Zoning Desk at City Hall will still be open to help you with regular business
Need help with your utility account? Give the Utility Office a call at 218-631-7712.
Thanks for your understanding while our team takes time to learn and improve how we serve you!
🚧Hwy 10 Update 🚧
Beginning Tuesday, September 17th, access to Otter Tail County Road 75 north of Highway 10 will be closed for about three weeks while construction crews build the new road entrance. Please use the marked detour route for access, shown on the attached map. Thank you for your patience as we complete these important improvements in Wadena. If you have questions or concerns, reach out to City Office or MnDOT.
🚧Hwy 71 Detour Map🚧
Most folks have figured out the extended Hwy 71 detour. This is a reminder that Hwy 71 is open for motorists to access local businesses. Crossings at Burch, Cedar and Deerwood Ave are also open. The Hospital can be accessed via Hwy 10. Co Rd 92 access is closed off of Hwy 10 to build portions of the roundabout.
Through traffic should use the detour shown below using Leaf River Rd/2nd St/Hwy 10. Thank you for your continued patience during roadwork improvements!
Most folks have figured out the extended Hwy 71 detour. This is a reminder that Hwy 71 is open for motorists to access local businesses. Crossings at Burch, Cedar and Deerwood Ave are also open. The Hospital can be accessed via Hwy 10. Co Rd 92 access is closed off of Hwy 10 to build portions of the roundabout.
Through traffic should use the detour shown below using Leaf River Rd/2nd St/Hwy 10. Thank you for your continued patience during roadwork improvements!
City Offices will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. Thank You!
🚧Hwy Project Incoming Impacts🚧
Starting Tuesday, September 2nd until mid-October, Hwy 71 will be closed to through traffic from Hwy 10 to Leaf River Rd. Drivers should follow the detour below using Leaf River Rd/2nd St>Hwy 10>Hwy 71.
Local Access:
Hwy 71 will be open to local traffic only. Burch, Cedar, Deerwood, and Elm Ave will be open to local traffic as well, but drivers should be ready for temporary changes as work progresses.
The hospital will have access off Hwy 10 but access to Co Rd 92 will be closed. We appreciate everyone’s resilience during the project as we work to improve Wadena’s infrastructure. Stay tuned to our page for business access maps and updates.
Starting Tuesday, September 2nd until mid-October, Hwy 71 will be closed to through traffic from Hwy 10 to Leaf River Rd. Drivers should follow the detour below using Leaf River Rd/2nd St>Hwy 10>Hwy 71.
Local Access:
Hwy 71 will be open to local traffic only. Burch, Cedar, Deerwood, and Elm Ave will be open to local traffic as well, but drivers should be ready for temporary changes as work progresses.
The hospital will have access off Hwy 10 but access to Co Rd 92 will be closed. We appreciate everyone’s resilience during the project as we work to improve Wadena’s infrastructure. Stay tuned to our page for business access maps and updates.
🚧Highway Project Update 🚧
Good News! MnDOT will be reopening Hwy 10 in Wadena tomorrow evening Friday, August 29th as the detour is lifted.
Hwy 10 will remain an active work zone with one lane each way between Hwy 71 and 620th St near Bluffton. Motorists can expect narrow lanes, no shoulders and lane shifts. Please slow down and watch for workers and equipment in the work area.
Starting September 2nd, the Hwy 71 closure and detour will extend north of Wadena to begin the next phase of construction. Hwy 71 will be closed to through traffic between Hwy 10 and Leaf River Rd. Keep an eye on our page/website for updated maps and business access information.
Good News! MnDOT will be reopening Hwy 10 in Wadena tomorrow evening Friday, August 29th as the detour is lifted.
Hwy 10 will remain an active work zone with one lane each way between Hwy 71 and 620th St near Bluffton. Motorists can expect narrow lanes, no shoulders and lane shifts. Please slow down and watch for workers and equipment in the work area.
Starting September 2nd, the Hwy 71 closure and detour will extend north of Wadena to begin the next phase of construction. Hwy 71 will be closed to through traffic between Hwy 10 and Leaf River Rd. Keep an eye on our page/website for updated maps and business access information.
🚧Highway Project Update 🚧
Over the past week the contractor has placed concrete and bituminous (blacktop) pavements in various locations west of town on Hwy 10. The concrete will be permanent, while the blacktop pavements are temporary and needed to carry motorists during the coming months.
The bituminous blacktop material can be removed and reused many times, so it will serve as a temporary placeholder for the new concrete roadway to be built in future phases of the project.
Over the past week the contractor has placed concrete and bituminous (blacktop) pavements in various locations west of town on Hwy 10. The concrete will be permanent, while the blacktop pavements are temporary and needed to carry motorists during the coming months.
The bituminous blacktop material can be removed and reused many times, so it will serve as a temporary placeholder for the new concrete roadway to be built in future phases of the project.
🚧Hwy 71 and 10 Update 🚧
We want to keep our community informed every step of the way regarding the ongoing Hwy 71 and Hwy 10 projects in Wadena.
Unfortunately, recent weather delays, unexpected site conditions, and required adjustments have set the project slightly behind schedule. At this time, we anticipate that the closure on Hwy 71 will need to extend until mid-September. Hwy 10 remains on schedule, but the timeline is tight.
We know delays are frustrating and we appreciate your patience as crews work to get things back on track. Crews are working on building up the new roadbed, replacing drainage pipes, as well as doing concrete paving on the west end of Hwy 10. Thank you for your understanding—updates will be shared as we have them.
🚧Hwy 71 Crossing Update🚧
Residents will notice the crossing at Birch Ave on North Hwy 71 will be open periodically depending on work that needs to be done. Please note that work in the area is still ongoing, so conditions may change and the crossing could close again if necessary.
The Cedar Ave and Deerwood Ave crossings may also reopen in the near future, depending on construction progress.
Openings are being provided when possible to give the community more access, but they may be temporary. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the area. Please use caution and stay alert for changing conditions. Stay up to date by following the City’s Live Feed and watching for email updates from MnDOT.
🚧Hwy 71 Crossing Update🚧
Contractors have opened the crossing at Birch Ave on north Hwy 71. Please note that work in the area is still ongoing, so conditions may change and the crossing could close again if necessary.
The Cedar Ave and Deerwood Ave crossings may also reopen in the near future, depending on construction progress.
Openings are being provided when possible to give the community more access, but they may be temporary. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the area. Please use caution and stay alert for changing conditions. Stay up to date by following the City’s Live Feed and watching for email updates from MnDOT.
Contractors have opened the crossing at Birch Ave on north Hwy 71. Please note that work in the area is still ongoing, so conditions may change and the crossing could close again if necessary.
The Cedar Ave and Deerwood Ave crossings may also reopen in the near future, depending on construction progress.
Openings are being provided when possible to give the community more access, but they may be temporary. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the area. Please use caution and stay alert for changing conditions. Stay up to date by following the City’s Live Feed and watching for email updates from MnDOT.
🚧 Stay up to date on Hwy Projects🚧
We know the Hwy projects are bringing lots of changes to local travel, and we want the public to stay as up to date as possible. Use the following resources to stay informed on what's happening, as more updates are coming soon:
-Business Access Maps are available on our website—visit the 10/71/29 Project page to see routes to all your favorite local places, these will be updated as project phases change.
-For details on the project’s phases and timeline, check out the MnDOT project page, "Wadena Construction". You’ll find the latest plans and updates straight from the source.
-Email Notice Signup: If you haven’t already, consider signing up for MnDOT’s email notifications—it's the easiest way to get updates delivered right to your inbox: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDOT/subscriber/new?topic_id=MNDOT_1054
We know the Hwy projects are bringing lots of changes to local travel, and we want the public to stay as up to date as possible. Use the following resources to stay informed on what's happening, as more updates are coming soon:
-Business Access Maps are available on our website—visit the 10/71/29 Project page to see routes to all your favorite local places, these will be updated as project phases change.
-For details on the project’s phases and timeline, check out the MnDOT project page, "Wadena Construction". You’ll find the latest plans and updates straight from the source.
-Email Notice Signup: If you haven’t already, consider signing up for MnDOT’s email notifications—it's the easiest way to get updates delivered right to your inbox: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDOT/subscriber/new?topic_id=MNDOT_1054
🚧WE Fest Traffic Update for Sunday🚧
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
🚧Sunday Local Traffic Notice RE: WE Fest 🚧
In an effort to streamline returning WE Fest traffic, 2nd St SW will be open to local traffic only on Sunday, August 10th. WE Fest travelers should use the posted detours to navigate through town, as shown below.
In an effort to streamline returning WE Fest traffic, 2nd St SW will be open to local traffic only on Sunday, August 10th. WE Fest travelers should use the posted detours to navigate through town, as shown below.
🚧WE Fest Traffic Update for Sunday🚧
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
🚧WE Fest Traffic Update for Sunday🚧
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
Please note the following adjustments designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Hwy 29 & Hwy 71 Intersection: The green light will cycle longer for vehicles coming from Hwy 29.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71>Hwy 10
🚧Sunday Local Traffic Notice RE: WE Fest 🚧
In an effort to streamline returning WE Fest traffic, 2nd St SW will be open to local traffic only on Sunday, August 10th. WE Fest travelers should use the posted detours to navigate through town, as shown below.
In an effort to streamline returning WE Fest traffic, 2nd St SW will be open to local traffic only on Sunday, August 10th. WE Fest travelers should use the posted detours to navigate through town, as shown below.
🚧WE Fest Traffic Update for Sunday🚧
Please note the following adjustment designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71
Please note the following adjustment designed to help keep traffic moving smoothly through Wadena on Sunday:
• Bryant Ave/Hwy 71 Intersection: The traffic light will be STEADY GREEN for north/south traffic on Hwy 71 from 9am-7pm to help with traffic flow attempting to get to Hwy 10 east. If you’re on Bryant Ave, you’ll have to turn right to get across.
• Route: Returning WE Fest traffic will need to use Co Rd 75 > Hwy 29 > Hwy 71
Important Update: Wadena Area Child Care Open House – Access & Parking Information
Please note that the Elm Avenue access will NOT be open as originally planned due to ongoing road construction. We apologize for this last-minute change. We’ve attached a map indicating the updated access and parking areas
NEW DIRECTIONS:
Enter from US Highway 10 or Juniper Ave by taking 1st Street NW to reach the Astera Legacy Campus. Look for Wadena Area Child Care signs and banners to help guide you.
Please note that the Elm Avenue access will NOT be open as originally planned due to ongoing road construction. We apologize for this last-minute change. We’ve attached a map indicating the updated access and parking areas
NEW DIRECTIONS:
Enter from US Highway 10 or Juniper Ave by taking 1st Street NW to reach the Astera Legacy Campus. Look for Wadena Area Child Care signs and banners to help guide you.
🚧WE Fest Roadwork through Wadena🚧
MnDOT and State Patrol are reminding travelers of roadwork in the area for this coming weekend: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/news/2025/07/28-d3-we-fest.html
We are encouraging folks to check 511 for real time travel info as well: https://511mn.org/@-96.66821,46.92432,6?show=metroTrafficMap,roadReports,weatherWarningsAreaEvents,stationsAlert,otherStateInfo
MnDOT and State Patrol are reminding travelers of roadwork in the area for this coming weekend: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/news/2025/07/28-d3-we-fest.html
We are encouraging folks to check 511 for real time travel info as well: https://511mn.org/@-96.66821,46.92432,6?show=metroTrafficMap,roadReports,weatherWarningsAreaEvents,stationsAlert,otherStateInfo
