November 6, 2026

Stormwater Diversion Channel Construction to Cause Traffic Changes

FARGO, N.D. – As part of the ongoing construction of the stormwater diversion channel portion of the FM Area Diversion project, motorists will encounter a variety of traffic changes next week. 

  • Crews will work on the shoulder of County Road 32, northwest of Harwood, North Dakota, beginning November 9, 2026. This work is expected to last through November 12, 2026. Although a lane closure will not be in place, flaggers will be used to direct traffic around this work.
  • Crews will work on 52nd Avenue S, southwest of Fargo, North Dakota. This work will begin on November 11, 2026, and last through November 13, 2026. A lane closure will be in place, and flaggers will be used to coordinate traffic through the closures. This closure is necessary for curb and gutter work.
  • Crews will work on 26th Street NW and 32nd Avenue NW, just south of the County Road 20 crossing in Raymond Township. The work will begin November 11, 2026, and last through November 17, 2026. Various lane closures will be in place as needed to complete road narrowing and aggregate placement operations. Flaggers will be in place to coordinate traffic through the closures.
  • Crews will perform bridge cleaning on County Road 81, County Road 10 and County Road 17. The work will done on November 13 and 16, 2026. The temporary construction access south of County Road 10 will also be done during this time. Lane closures will be in place, and flaggers will be used to coordinate traffic through the closures.

Motorists are encouraged to remain alert in these areas for changing traffic patterns and flagging operations. Allow extra time for travel in these areas as delays may be encountered. All work will be done during daylight hours only.

The dates are dependent on weather conditions and may change.

For more information about the FM Area Diversion project and to stay up to date with road closures, visit www.fmdiversion.gov.