Question: Are the people that work at the rest areas able to use the turn around on the Interstate to get to work? I have noticed that the turn arounds are by the rest area exits and would save them many miles of travel depending on the direction they are traveling from.

Answer: No, the turn arounds or crossovers on the freeway are not to be used by employees of the rest area. The crossovers are posted with “no U-turn” signs. The crossovers are to be used by law enforcement and emergency vehicles along with highway maintenance vehicles. Even though this would save a person considerable miles, they need to use the proper exit like everyone else.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws in Minnesota, please send your questions to: Trooper Jesse Grabow – Minnesota State Patrol at 1000 Highway 10 West, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501. Or reach me at jesse.grabow@state.mn.us