Many Minnesotans have heard the saying, "There are two seasons in Minnesota: winter and road construction," and this year was no different.

After months of Interstate 94 being reduced to two lanes each way, spanning from Interstate 35W to just beyond the Mississippi River, a full closure in both directions between I-35W and Highway 280 is happening from 10 p.m. Friday to Monday at 5 a.m.

The vital artery connecting Minneapolis and St. Paul carries between 114,000 and 167,000 vehicles per day.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the $16 million project is meant to smooth roads and repair bridges.

Some drivers say it has been a huge nightmare.

Kent Barnard with MnDOT says the disruption is worth it.

"Number of bridges between 35W and Highway 280 that needed repairs, resurfa

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