Rural infrastructure near Minnedosa is set for a major upgrade as the Manitoba government commits $20.3 million to reconstruct key stretches of Highways 10 and 16, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Lisa Naylor announced April 14.
“Road investments are vital to support rural and northern Manitoba’s economy and these upgrades will support Minnedosa’s economy as the community continues to grow,” Naylor said. “These repaved highways will allow residents to grow their businesses as they welcome more visitors and create infrastructure that can support future economic growth.”
Nearly 22 kilometres of highway in southwest Manitoba are set for resurfacing as part of upgrades to Provincial Trunk Highway 10, an essential trade route in the region. The project, slated to begin this spring, includes new pavement between PTH 1 and PTH 25, and along sections near the junctions with PTH 16, as well as improvements to the Minnedosa rest stop. Additional surface upgrades are also planned for portions of PTH 10 and PTH 16, Naylor said in a press release sent out Monday afternoon.
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Safety is a key priority for the Manitoba government, Naylor said.
“These new road investments will allow a smoother and safer journey for residents, and a repaved rest stop will ensure motorists can safely take breaks so every person is able to get to their destination safely.”
The Minnedosa-area upgrades are part of Manitoba’s five-year infrastructure plan, which targets strategic investments in transportation and flood protection across the province, Naylor added.
