🚧Hwy 10 Business are OPEN🚧
Business access will remain open through the project. Businesses shown on this map can be accessed via westbound Hwy 10. It is open to local traffic only, so if you need to reach a business shown below, you can still access it via Hwy 10.
Through traffic will need to use the Hwy 71/Hwy 29/Co Rd 75 detour. . If you have questions or feedback on the project, see the link below for the MnDOT contact page.
Link: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/contact.html
Business access will remain open through the project. Businesses shown on this map can be accessed via westbound Hwy 10. It is open to local traffic only, so if you need to reach a business shown below, you can still access it via Hwy 10.
Through traffic will need to use the Hwy 71/Hwy 29/Co Rd 75 detour. . If you have questions or feedback on the project, see the link below for the MnDOT contact page.
Link: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/contact.html
🚧Hwy 71 businesses are OPEN🚧
Business access will remain open through the project. Businesses shown on these maps can be accessed using side streets shown.
People wanting to access businesses north of what are shown here, must use the 2nd St NW/Juniper detour and enter from north 71. If you have questions or feedback on the project, see the link below for the MnDOT contact page.
Link: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/wadena/contact.html
🚧2nd St NW Detour - Pedestrian Crossings🚧
As you have noticed, due to the Highway 71 detour, 2nd Street NW is experiencing heavier-than-normal traffic. Please use extra caution while driving this route — especially near pedestrian crossings. With the increased traffic volume, we want to ensure everyone remains safe: drivers, walkers, and cyclists alike.
Additional signage will continue to be placed to help alert motorists. Thank you for slowing down and watching out for each other, Wadena!
As you have noticed, due to the Highway 71 detour, 2nd Street NW is experiencing heavier-than-normal traffic. Please use extra caution while driving this route — especially near pedestrian crossings. With the increased traffic volume, we want to ensure everyone remains safe: drivers, walkers, and cyclists alike.
Additional signage will continue to be placed to help alert motorists. Thank you for slowing down and watching out for each other, Wadena!
🚧Business Maps 71/29 Detour🚧
To support our local businesses during the highway construction project, we are sharing updated business access maps. These maps show how to access businesses within the construction zones and will be updated as project phases change. If there is a business we may have missed that is within the current construction zone, please let us know.
🟡Yellow Lines indicate detour routes.
🟠Orange Dashed Lines indicate the road is accessible to get to businesses but closed to through traffic.
🔴Red Dashed Lines indicate the road is closed.
Use 1st and 2nd St NE for businesses on the east side of Hwy 71.
Use Deerwood, Cedar and Birch avenues off 2nd St NW for businesses on the west side of Hwy 71
Businesses on 10 (except hospital) can be accessed using westbound Hwy 10 - local traffic only.
Link to maps on our website: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/highway-7129-projects
To support our local businesses during the highway construction project, we are sharing updated business access maps. These maps show how to access businesses within the construction zones and will be updated as project phases change. If there is a business we may have missed that is within the current construction zone, please let us know.
🟡Yellow Lines indicate detour routes.
🟠Orange Dashed Lines indicate the road is accessible to get to businesses but closed to through traffic.
🔴Red Dashed Lines indicate the road is closed.
Use 1st and 2nd St NE for businesses on the east side of Hwy 71.
Use Deerwood, Cedar and Birch avenues off 2nd St NW for businesses on the west side of Hwy 71
Businesses on 10 (except hospital) can be accessed using westbound Hwy 10 - local traffic only.
Link to maps on our website: https://www.wadena.org/o/cw/page/highway-7129-projects
🚧Hospital Access Routes🚧
Hwy 10 eastbound: Proceed on Hwy 10 as normal
Hwy 10 westbound: Use 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 71 southbound: Use Juniper Ave to 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 71 northbound: Use Hwy 10 to 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 29 Traffic: Use Co Rd 75 to Hwy 10
Hwy 10 eastbound: Proceed on Hwy 10 as normal
Hwy 10 westbound: Use 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 71 southbound: Use Juniper Ave to 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 71 northbound: Use Hwy 10 to 2nd St NW to Greenwood Ave to Co Rd 92
Hwy 29 Traffic: Use Co Rd 75 to Hwy 10
🚧Hwy 71 Detour Update🚧
Drivers will have a four-way stop at the intersection of Juniper Ave & 2nd St NW (CH20) as part of the detour.
Rumble strips have been installed approaching the intersection to alert drivers of the new stop signs.
Slow down as you approach Juniper Ave & 2nd St NW. Yield to other vehicles and proceed with caution through the intersection. Your safety and the safety of all travelers is top priority. Stay tuned to our page for more updates to come.
Drivers will have a four-way stop at the intersection of Juniper Ave & 2nd St NW (CH20) as part of the detour.
Rumble strips have been installed approaching the intersection to alert drivers of the new stop signs.
Slow down as you approach Juniper Ave & 2nd St NW. Yield to other vehicles and proceed with caution through the intersection. Your safety and the safety of all travelers is top priority. Stay tuned to our page for more updates to come.
🚧Detours will be starting on Monday, July 7th on Hwy 71 and Tuesday, July 8th on Hwy 10🚧
Crews will close Hwy 71 between Hwy 10 and Juniper Ave. to work on underground utilities, reconstruct the road, remove the pedestrian tunnel at the old hospital and update sidewalks.
Hwy 10 will also close to through traffic between Hwy 71 and Otter Tail Co. Rd. 75 to excavate and replace poor soils, install drainage pipes, construct the roadway and pave final concrete pavement.
Wadena remains open. Access will remain open and maintained for those who live, work and visit areas within the closed work zone at all times. Expect changes such as: use of side streets, alleys, gravel surfaces, and temporary entrances.
Crews will close Hwy 71 between Hwy 10 and Juniper Ave. to work on underground utilities, reconstruct the road, remove the pedestrian tunnel at the old hospital and update sidewalks.
Hwy 10 will also close to through traffic between Hwy 71 and Otter Tail Co. Rd. 75 to excavate and replace poor soils, install drainage pipes, construct the roadway and pave final concrete pavement.
Wadena remains open. Access will remain open and maintained for those who live, work and visit areas within the closed work zone at all times. Expect changes such as: use of side streets, alleys, gravel surfaces, and temporary entrances.
🚧City of Wadena Project Update: Hwy 71 Closure Postponed & Ongoing Hwy 10 Work🚧
Hwy 71 Closure & Detour Postponed
The planned closure and detour of Hwy 71 north of Hwy 10, originally scheduled for June 16, has been postponed due to a schedule change. Hwy 71 will remain open for now. We will provide another update as soon as a new closure date is confirmed.
Progress Along Hwy 10
Construction is moving forward along Hwy 10. You’ll notice significant changes in the landscape as crews:
-Build crossovers and prepare for new westbound lanes
-Relocate utilities
-Demolish or move buildings within the right of way
⚠️Please drive with caution through work zones and watch for slow-moving trucks and equipment entering or exiting the area.⚠️
Notice: City crews are working on a water line on Birch Ave by the Fairgrounds. Water may not be available to homes in that location for a few hours this afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have questions, call the Utilities Department at 218-631-7712.
🚧Reminder for Wadena Residents: Tonight is the Hwy 10,71,29 Wadena Construction Kick-Off Meeting. It is from 5pm-7pm at the Maslowski Wellness and Research Center. The event is drop-in style, so you can come and go as you please.
Join us as we launch the project with a kick-off meeting. Meet the project team and get the full scoop on 2025 work plans and impacts.
📢Notice: Outdoor Weather Sirens will be tested this week May 27-May 30. Don't be alarmed, these are planned tests.
📢Senior Banner Notice: Graduation is almost here, and we still need 50 sponsors to ensure every senior in the Class of 2025 has a banner in BN Park. This is a cherished tradition in Wadena, but we do need sponsors to get it done. If you have questions, call Charles at City Office 218-631-7707.
City crews will be flushing fire hydrants today and tomorrow. If you have low pressure or colored water, run your cold water tap until it clears. We apologize for the inconvenience, if you have questions regarding this, please call the Utility Office at 218-631-7712. Thank You!
🚧 Stay in the Know! 🚧 Sign up for email updates from the City of Wadena on the Highway 10/71/29 Project! Get the latest news on construction, detours, and more — straight to your inbox. Enter the link below into your browser.
https://wadena.org/forms/102971-project-notification-sign-up
City crews will be working on 1st St SW this morning, between Lincoln and Irving Ave, working to fix an issue with a water line.
It is possible if you live in this area you may not have water for a short period of time. The crew does not expect the project to take longer than an hour. Thank You!
The Spring 2025 City of Wadena Newsletter is out! Catch up on some of the important things happening in Wadena! To view, go to wadena.org and scroll down to "News"!
📢 Important Notice: Today is Disconnect Day. 📢
If you have a past due Utility Bill from December, your service could be disconnected today.
We are accepting online payments for your convenience. To pay, go to wadena.org and click on "pay a utility bill".
Please take action to keep your utilities running! For questions, call us at 218-631-7707 starting at 8am.
📢 Reminder Wadena Residents! 📢
Tomorrow is Disconnect Day. If you have a past due Utility Bill, please be aware that you could be subject to service disconnection.
Payments placed in the dropbox TONIGHT will be collected and accepted before any shutoffs occur.
We are also accepting online payments. To pay online, please visit wadena.org and click on "Pay a Utility Bill".
Don't let your service be interrupted! Contact us at City Office for any questions - 218-631-7707
Wadena has a hangar available for rent at the Wadena Airport! It has 42 ft doors. $135 per month. Contact Sharon at the City Office for more information - 218-632-2754
City of Wadena
NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION
Notice is hereby given that the 2024 General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.
The polling location will be at the: Maslowski Wellness & Research Center 17 5th St. SW Wadena, MN 56482
Polls will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm on Election Day
