Good news for drivers and music lovers alike: Officials from the Wright County Highway Department have announced that CSAH 30, which serves as a vital link between Howard Lake and Waverly in Victor Township, is set to re-open this afternoon. The stretch of road had been out of commission since last Sunday, June 9, due to a failed culvert, much to the chagrin of those planning to attend the upcoming Winstock music festival. According to the Wright County Minnesota, the reopening is scheduled for 2 p.m. today.
Timeliness was of the essence for these roadworks; CSAH 30 is a primary artery for festival traffic to Winstock in Winsted, an event already bustling with concert-goers and campers ready to kick off the weekend, yet the geographic fate of this culvert played no favorites as it surrendered to time and the elements, cutting off a lifeline just days before a major community happening, causing potential headaches for many. But fret not, the county personnel worked diligently and the replacement of the culvert was completed by Wednesday and swiftly followed by a fresh pour of bituminous material just this morning, giving it just enough time to cool down before the hum of tires sings its asphalt lullaby, as per the Wright County Minnesota.
In their communication, the Wright County Highway Department issued gratitude for the public's patience during the closure and conveyed their determination to ensure minimal disruption to the highly-anticipated Winstock music festival. The department's proactive response helped avert a travel snafu that could have marred the weekend plans of thousands.
