Phone: 507-637-4056 | Fax: 507-637-4068
Email: rchd@co.redwood.mn.us
Redwood County Highway Department
1820 E. Bridge Street, P.O. Box 6
Redwood Falls, MN 56283
Keith Berndt, Engineer
News & Info
News & Info
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County Highway Permits
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 Closures
Road and Bridge Closures
Updated 11/29/18 at 3:35 p.m.
Due to Road Work…
270th Street – Closed for bridge replacement
270th St. is closed between State Highway 68 and County Road 57. (Westline Township)
Hunter Ave. – Closed for bridge replacement
Hunter Ave. is closed between County Road 66 and 200th St. (Waterbury Township)
Due to Flood Damage…
CSAH 5 – this road will remain closed until spring of 2019.
CSAH 5 is closed from 170th St. to 175th St. (Gales/Johnsonville Township Line)
County Road 78 – this road will remain closed until spring of 2019.
County Road 78 is closed between County Road 20 and 110th St. (Springdale Township)
Construction Projects
Construction Project Information
2018 New Construction
CSAH 101 (DeKalb St.) – SP 064-701-018
Awarded to M.R. Paving & Excavating, Inc. at the September 4, 2018 board meeting.
Click here for the CSAH 101 (Dekalb St.) Abstract
CSAH 20 – SP 064-620-004
Awarded to Knife River Corporation – North Central at the July 3, 2018 board meeting.
Click here for the CSAH 20 Abstract
CSAH 11 – SP 064-070-005 / SAP 064-611-012
Awarded to Duininck, Inc. at the July 3, 2018 board meeting.
Click here for the CSAH 11 Abstract
Westline and Kintire Townships Box Culverts – SAP 064-599-109 and SAP 064-599-110
Awarded to R and G Construction Co. at the June 19, 2018 board meeting.
Click here for the Westline and Kintire Box Culverts Abstract
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
160th St. Bridge Replacement – SAP 064-599-108
River Ridge is the contractor working on this project.
See Road Closures tab for additional information.