Temporary lane closures on Interstate 90 near Austin began Tuesday, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

The lane closures on I-90 are in effect west of Turtle Creek and east of Dobbins Creek for approximately three days while crews perform preliminary site surveying.

This marks the beginning of Mn/DOT’s project known as The Bridges of Mower County, which includes the construction of three new bridges on I-90 in Mower County. This project is funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

A speed limit advisory of 55 mph is recommended while traveling through the construction work zone.

In addition to safety issues, motorists are reminded that all fines are doubled in the work zone.

For more information on the Bridges of Mower County, visit http://www.dot.state.mn.us/designbuild/stimulus.html.