Verdi
Verdi, MN · Traffic & Transit
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Road Report: Aug. 17, 2026
Construction season is here, so we’re back with our weekly look at what projects are done, where you’ll find traffic impacts and what’s scheduled next. Downtown whistle reduction: The work at the intersection of Eighth Street and Weber Avenue was substantially completed and reopened to traffic on Friday, Aug. 14.
dakotanewsnow.com
Sioux Falls construction projects begin this week, Phillips Ave sidewalk work ends Thursday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls announced several road construction projects that will begin on Monday, August 17, and will impact travel in parts of the city. Drivers are urged to use caution and reduce speeds while traveling near the construction area and may...
Dakota News Now
Stretch of I-29 closed due to accident north of Sioux Falls Monday
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Road work update: Eighth and Weber reopening Friday, portion of Phillips Ave closed Sunday
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls announced that on Friday, Eighth Street and Weber Avenue would be reopening after several months of construction. The city also announced that a lane closure on West 41st Street and Grange Avenue, as well as a street closure on a portion of Phillips Avenue between Second and Fifth Streets, will begin on Sunday morning.
ESPN Sioux Falls
North Weber Avenue Closes Monday Near Falls Park As Quiet Zone Work Begins In Downtown Sioux Falls
Starting Monday, North Weber Avenue closes at Third Street in downtown Sioux Falls near Falls Park. The work is part of a railroad crossing upgrade aimed at meeting federal quiet zone rules.
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Lane, sidewalk closures to affect portions of Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls has announced various lane and sidewalk closures that could impact travel in parts of the city. Starting on Augst 11, southbound traffic on South Marion Road will be reduced to one lane between Silver Valley Drive and 26th Street. The lane reduction will allow the City’s contractor to complete ADA Ramp repairs and concrete repairs.
KELOLAND
Nightly I-229 ramp closure starts Tuesday
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — A temporary closure along an interstate that goes through Sioux Falls will mean some overnight detours for drivers. However, officials say the construction is tied to a major milestone in the ongoing Interstate 29 and 85th Street Interchange Project. Starting Tuesday, August 11th, crews will temporarily shut down the I-229 […]
KELOLAND
Increased traffic due to Sturgis Rally causes concern
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Department of Transportation is urging drivers to stay safe on the road as people come from all over the nation and internationally for the Sturgis Rally. With traffic increasing for the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, officials have seen a lot of reckless driving. “Definitely a lot more vehicles, a […]
pigeon605.com
Road Report: Aug. 10, 2026
Construction season is here, so we’re back with our weekly look at what projects are done, where you’ll find traffic impacts and what’s scheduled next. 49th Street: Work continues on the 49th Street bridge over Interstate 29. The bridge deck repairs have been completed, and crews are in the process of placing the low slump concrete overlay.
KELOLAND
Veterans Parkway will change travel in Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — For more than three decades, Veterans Parkway has been part of Sioux Falls’ long-range transportation plans. While drivers can already use portions of the roadway, another major section is nearing completion. The project is not just about building another road. It is about preparing Sioux Falls for decades of future […]
KELOLAND
A closer look at the new Sioux Falls buses
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – New buses are heading to Sioux Falls with improvements both inside and out. Jesse Ozdamar is the general manager of the Sioux Area Metro. Ozdamar told KELOAND News that the changes made to the bus interiors were aimed at being more welcoming to riders, with new, brighter lighting and pleasing […]
Brookings Register
South Dakota State professor was an early advocate for automobile travel
A professor at the then South Dakota State College in Brookings owned the first automobile in town and was an early advocate for good roads and highways in the state at a time when transport in was mostly over wagon roads and usually muddy trails. After Dr. Halvor Solberg, professor...
ESPN Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls Drivers Heading South On I-229 Will Detour Through 41st Street Exit Starting Aug. 11
Starting Tuesday night, the I-229 southbound ramp to I-29 southbound in Sioux Falls closes nightly at 8 p.m. through Friday for bridge girder work, reopening each morning by 6 a.m.
KELOLAND
Train cars derail near Crooks Wednesday morning
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Train cars transporting corn derailed Wednesday morning near Crooks, according to a news release from Minnehaha County officials. “Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office responded to a train derailment near 256th Street and 469th Ave Northwest of Crooks,” officials said. No injuries were reported. The incident happened at 7 a.m. BNSF will […]
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Sioux Falls road construction projects to affect traffic within the city (August 5)
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls announced several road construction projects that will begin on Thursday, August 5, and Friday, August 6, and will impact travel in parts of the city. Drivers are urged to use caution and reduce speeds while traveling near the...