How much of a delay is to be expected due to th 53 construction? When do minosota crews call it quits? 5, 6, 7? Thanks

Are you talking about the relocation south of Virginia? I was through there a few weeks ago and the impact was minimal. Maybe some impact on a holiday weekend, though I think the bypass is supposed to open on August 20.

As to how late they work, I don't think there is a set rule. On the same trip, I was delayed by a paving crew on County 4 on 6 pm on a Sunday evening!

Thank you.

Was through there yesterday and was only slowed to a lesser speed limit. There was a sign indicating a temporary closer but I didn't get the dates. You could re-route through Biwabik if on your way to Ely.

I never go through Virginia. Go through Gilbert, Biwabik, Embarrass, Babbit and Ely. A lot better scenery.

My recent trip, passing through late morning on a Saturday, didn't have much of a delay. Unless you're hitting an unusually busy time like a holiday weekend, I wouldn't worry about it. Just my .02.