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Bridge Avenue from Katherine to Fountain Street in Albert Lea will be closed starting Monday as crews prepare the area for installation of a public dock. This section of Bridge Avenue will likely be closed through Sept. 11. Motorists and pedestrians will need to detour onto East Main Street.

The new dock, which will be installed in 2025, is a partnership between the city of Albert Lea and Shell Rock River Watershed District. The city is paying for part of the dock and will provide long-term maintenance. The watershed district is funding the rest of the installation with a state grant as part of its larger project to improve Fountain Lake through public access, fish habitat and shoreland restoration.

While the dock won’t be installed until next year, preparation this year will include installing supports and a retaining wall among other changes.

For questions on the Bridge Avenue closure, please call the City Engineering Department at 507-377-4325.