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• 5 Year Plan – 2017 to 2021
• 2018 Road Restriction Removal

County Highway Permits

All of the applications for permits are in a “PDF” format and once downloaded, can be viewed using Adobe Acrobat Reader. The application files may be large and, therefore, may take some time to download depending on the connection speed of your service provider. You may also request the application forms by contacting the Highway Department. Applications may be emailed, mailed or faxed to Redwood County Highway Department. Please note that no permit is valid until signed by the County Engineer or his designated representative.

Buildings and Over-width Loads (Moving)

This permit is for moving over-width loads across Redwood County roads. Download of this document will include the permit application and pertinent regulations to move buildings and over-width loads. Applicant must provide proof of insurance (either a Certificate of Insurance or copy of insurance policy). The applicant must also provide the route and/or map of Redwood County roads that will be used during the move. There is no fee for this permit.

Rural Access Permit
This permit is required prior to the construction of new rural entrances or the modification of existing entrances. Download of this document will include the permit application and Redwood County Policy concerning rural access entrances on County Roads. A map, preferably from a current plat book, must be submitted along with the application.

A $1,500 deposit (money order or certified check) is required prior to approval of the application. The deposit will be returned to the applicant upon final inspection and approval by the Highway Department.

Municipal Access Permit
This permit is required prior to the construction of new municipal entrances or the modification of existing entrances. Download of this document will include the permit application and Redwood County Policy concerning municipal access entrances on County Roads. A map must be submitted along with the application.

A $1,500 Deposit (money order or certified check) is required prior to approval of the application. The deposit will be returned to the applicant upon final inspection and approval by the Highway Department.

Overweight Permit
For a permit, please contact the County Highway Engineer. Each permit is handled on a case by case basis and will take a minimum of two (2) days to issue, possibly longer.

Permit for Misc. Utility and Repairs on County Roads
This permit is required for individuals or companies to perform minor excavations for utility work, temporary work zone sites, or any other activity that may interfere with traffic on a County Road. Download of this document consists of the permit application and regulations pertinent to various operations. There is no fee for this permit.

Utility Permit
This permit is required for placing, construction and maintenance for utilities located within County Right-of-Way. Download of this document will include the permit application, rules and regulations of the Redwood County Board of Commissioners, and instructions. Applicant shall attach a sketch of the proposed installation with the application. There is no fee for this permit.

Barricade of Road and/or Public Events
This permit is required of individuals or organizations intending to temporarily barricade or close a County Road for the purposes of parades, celebrations or any other events that may interfere with traffic on a public road. Download of this document includes the application and insurance requirements necessary for the permit. There is no fee for this permit.

Drainage Permit
This permit is required for any drainage related activities performed within County Right-of-Way. Download of this document includes the permit application, specifications for construction, and a brief summary of Minnesota Law regulating drainage work. Applicant shall attach a sketch or map of the area showing location and intended type of installation. There is no fee for this permit. In some cases, a deposit will be required before the permit will be issued. The deposit must be in the form of a cashier’s or certified check and will be retained until the County Engineer verifies that the work has been satisfactorily completed.

Road and Bridge Closures

160th Street – Closed beginning 6/2/17 for bridge replacement

160th St. is closed from CSAH 2 to Ridge Ave. (on Brown County line, Brookville Township)

County Road 8 – Closed beginning 7/19/17 for bridge repair

County Road 8 is closed from County Road 4 to 205th St. (Gales Township)

Harvest Ave. – Closed beginning 6/18/18 for bridge replacement

Harvest Ave. is closed from County Road 66 to 200th St. (Waterbury Township)

Construction Project Information

2018 New Construction

CSAH 20 – SP 064-620-004

Letting was Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

Click here for the SP 064-620-004 Bid Opening Record

CSAH 11 – SP 064-070-005 / SAP 064-611-012

Letting was Thursday, June 14, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

Click here for the SP 064-070-005, SAP 064-611-012 Bid Opening Record

Westline and Kintire Townships Box Culverts – SAP 064-599-109 and SAP 064-599-110

On the agenda to be awarded at the June 19, 2018 board meeting.

Click here for the Westline and Kintire Box Culverts Bid Opening Record

Waterbury Township Bridges – SAP 064-599-111 and SAP 064-599-112

Awarded to M & K Bridge Construction, Inc. at the June 5, 2018 board meeting.

Click here for the Waterbury Bridges Bid Abstract

CSAH 16 – SAP 064-616-015

Awarded to Central Specialties, Inc. at May 1, 2018 board meeting.

Click here for the CSAH 16 Bid Abstract

Currently in Construction from Previous Years

CSAH 8 Bridge Replacement – SAP 064-608-028

M & K Bridge Construction, Inc. is the contractor working on this project.

See Road Closures tab for additional information.

160th St. Bridge Replacement – SAP 064-599-108

River Ridge is the contractor working on this project.

See Road Closures tab for additional information.