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The highway has been closed since flooding damaged the road,,,It has been closed except for ‘local traffic only’.One local resident said there has been nothing done to fix the road..It’s been closed for two months and nothing being done is unbelievable,,,  
Anyone know more about when it might reopen?  
 
Edited by alan123, 2020-09-07 11:02:47

This is a good question, but should be put to our less-than-fast-moving provincial government. Minnedosa was devastated by flooding at the end of June. No money has come through for anyone or anything yet. Very discouraging for people who’s homes were condemned, those who are still pumping out water and/or running fans 24/7 to dry out floors, walls, etc. Roads and bridges in town are still washed out. But, because it didn’t happen in Winnipeg, it doesn’t seem to matter.

Considering that there are multiple ways to access Minnedosa I am sure it isn't on the top of the list to get fixed. I am sure some sort of ground engineering has to be done. With considerable washout I am sure this will be tendered out. That takes time.

The Brandon Sun, They would not only love to report this, but maybe get something stirred up for some results

Well the road that is washed out on 16A is only paved way for wide loads / tall loads and farmers to get under the railway bridge on highway 16 Some have to take provincial road 355 which is all gravel and miles outta there way

People are still using that road. Closed or not.