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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> E-ZPass Minnesota (High Occupancy Toll lanes)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> I-394 (reversible & concurrent), I-35W (northbound & southbound segments)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> US Dollar (USD)<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> E-ZPass transponders, Dynamic pricing, Traffic monitoring<br>
<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operator:</strong> Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT)
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">You only need E-ZPass if you're driving solo during peak hours on specific route segments. Minneapolis operates the most complex express lane system in Minnesota, with different rules for I-394's reversible lanes versus I-35W's concurrent flow lanes.</p>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> The I-394 reversible lanes between Highway 100 and downtown Minneapolis always charge a minimum $0.25 toll, even during off-peak hours. However, most other express lanes are free about 90% of the time.</p>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Critical Update:</strong> I-394 reversible E-ZPass lanes closed July 14-November 2025 for major bridge repairs. In 2026, these lanes will operate as regular lanes (no toll) during construction season.</p>

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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Minneapolis express lanes use dynamic pricing that adjusts every 3 minutes based on traffic conditions, with over 1.3 million tolled trips annually on I-394 alone.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Current Toll Rates by Route (2025)</h3>

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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Route Segment</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Solo Driver Rate</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">HOV 2+ Rate</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Example Cost</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-394 Reversible Lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.25 - $8.00 (always tolled)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">FREE</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.25 - $2.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-394 Concurrent Flow</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.25 - $8.00 (peak only)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">FREE</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.50 - $1.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-35W Northbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.25 - $8.00 (peak only)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">FREE</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.25 - $2.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-35W Southbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.25 - $8.00 (peak only)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">FREE</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$1.25 - $2.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-35W Shoulder Lane</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.25 - $8.00 (always tolled)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">FREE</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.75 - $1.25</td>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Minneapolis Express Lanes Operating Hours (2025)</h3>

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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Tolled Hours</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-394 Reversible</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Eastbound/Westbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Always tolled (minimum $0.25)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLOSED Jul 14-Nov 2025</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-394 Concurrent</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Eastbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">6:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Weekdays)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Normal operation</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-394 Concurrent</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Westbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Weekdays)</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Normal operation</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-35W</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Northbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">6:00 AM - 10:00 AM & 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Limited by Burnsville construction</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-35W</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Southbound</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">6:00 AM - 10:00 AM & 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Limited by Burnsville construction</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">You can use the following payment methods for Minneapolis express lanes:</p>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. E-ZPass Minnesota System:</strong></p>
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<li>Switchable E-ZPass Flex tag (essential for HOV mode when carpooling)</li>
<li>$25 minimum account balance required</li>
<li>Automatic replenishment available</li>
<li>Works nationwide across 19 E-ZPass states</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2. Out-of-State E-ZPass Tags:</strong></p>
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<li>I-PASS (Illinois), SunPass (Florida), any E-ZPass compatible tag</li>
<li>Important: Cannot switch to HOV mode - always charged as solo driver</li>
<li>Must remove tag when carpooling to avoid duplicate charges</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">3. Free Usage (No Payment Required):</strong></p>
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<li>HOV 2+ vehicles (including children and infants)</li>
<li>Buses and motorcycles</li>
<li>All vehicles during off-peak hours (lanes marked "OPEN")</li>
<li>Exception: I-394 reversible lanes always require E-ZPass for solo drivers</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for Minneapolis express lanes and all Minnesota toll facilities, use TollGuru Minnesota toll calculator</p>

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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Construction Impacts:</strong></p>
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<li>I-394 reversible E-ZPass lanes closed July 14 - November 2025</li>
<li>34 bridges and ramps being repaired between Highway 100 and downtown Minneapolis</li>
<li>In 2026, reversible lanes will operate as regular lanes (no toll) during construction</li>
<li>I-35W construction in Burnsville limits E-ZPass operations April - November 2025</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">System Improvements:</strong></p>
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<li>Continued E-ZPass interoperability across 19 states since 2021</li>
<li>Enhanced dynamic pricing algorithms maintaining 50-55 mph speeds</li>
<li>I-35W extension from Roseville to Blaine opened in 2021</li>
<li>Orange Line BRT continues to utilize I-35W express lanes</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Performance Metrics:</strong></p>
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<li>Over 1.3 million tolled trips annually on I-394 (2017 data)</li>
<li>Almost 950,000 tolled trips annually on I-35W (2017 data)</li>
<li>98% of trips maintain speeds above 45 mph during peak hours</li>
<li>80% of express lane users are carpooling or riding buses</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">I-394 Express Lanes - America's First Urban HOT Lanes:</strong></p>
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<li>Opened May 2005 as first express lanes in Minnesota</li>
<li>Reversible lanes: Highway 100 to downtown Minneapolis (currently closed for construction)</li>
<li>Concurrent flow lanes: County Road 15 in Wayzata to I-494 overpass</li>
<li>Converted from original HOV lanes built in 1980s-1990s</li>
<li>Serves major commuter corridor from western suburbs to downtown</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">I-35W Express Lanes - Multi-Segment Network:</strong></p>
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<li>Opened in stages 2009-2011 south of downtown Minneapolis</li>
<li>Northbound: County Road 42 to 26th Street (continuous operation)</li>
<li>Southbound: 26th Street to Cliff Road</li>
<li>Shoulder lane: 42nd Street to downtown (always tolled when open)</li>
<li>Orange Line BRT utilizes express lanes for faster transit service</li>
<li>Extended 2021: County Road C in Roseville to Lexington Avenue in Blaine</li>
</ul>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Related Minnesota Express Lanes:</strong></p>
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<li>[[i-35e-express-lanes|I-35E Express Lanes]] - East metro network serving St. Paul corridor</li>
<li>[[minnesota-toll-roads-bridges|Minnesota Toll Roads & Bridges]] - Complete state toll information</li>
<li>[[i-494-express-lanes-minnesota|I-494 Express Lanes]] - Future construction 2023-2026</li>
</ul>

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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Cost Considerations:</strong></p>
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<li>Daily commuter costs: $2-8 for typical cross-town trips</li>
<li>Monthly frequent users: $40-120 depending on routes and frequency</li>
<li>I-394 reversible lanes: Always tolled with higher rates due to dedicated infrastructure</li>
<li>Free usage available 90% of the time on most segments</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Construction Considerations (2025):</strong></p>
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<li>I-394 reversible lanes: Expect significant delays, use alternative routes</li>
<li>I-35W Burnsville area: Limited E-ZPass access during construction</li>
<li>Consider off-peak travel times to avoid construction impacts</li>
<li>Monitor 511mn.org for real-time construction updates</li>
</ul>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Best Practices:</strong></p>
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<li>Use E-ZPass Flex switchable tag for maximum flexibility</li>
<li>Check overhead signs for current toll rates and lane availability</li>
<li>Carpool whenever possible to use lanes free during all hours</li>
<li>Consider public transit on Orange Line BRT for I-35W corridor</li>
</ul>

<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Alternative Routes:</strong></p>
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<li>I-394/I-35W general purpose lanes (free but slower during peak hours)</li>
<li>Highway 100 for north-south travel parallel to I-35W</li>
<li>I-494/I-694 loop for cross-metro travel</li>
<li>Surface streets like Hennepin Avenue, Lyndale Avenue for local trips</li>
</ul>

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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Why are I-394 reversible lanes always tolled?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The I-394 reversible lanes are dedicated infrastructure that requires active traffic management and direction changes. The minimum $0.25 toll helps cover operational costs and ensures only committed users access the lanes during transitions.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I use express lanes during the 2025 construction?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">I-394 reversible lanes are completely closed July-November 2025. I-35W express lanes have limited access in Burnsville area during construction. Check 511mn.org for current lane availability and alternative routes.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">How do I avoid duplicate charges with multiple E-ZPass tags?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Remove out-of-state E-ZPass tags when using E-ZPass Minnesota tags, or when carpooling. Out-of-state tags are always in "fee-paying mode" and cannot switch to HOV mode, resulting in duplicate charges.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What is the Orange Line BRT connection?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Orange Line Bus Rapid Transit uses I-35W express lanes to provide faster, more reliable service between Burnsville and downtown Minneapolis. The express lanes help buses maintain schedule reliability during peak hours.</p>

<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">How does dynamic pricing work on these lanes?</h3>
<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Electronic sensors monitor traffic density and adjust tolls every 3 minutes. Higher traffic volumes = higher tolls (up to $8), lower traffic = lower tolls (minimum $0.25). This maintains 50-55 mph speeds in the express lanes.</p>

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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Express Lane System</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Typical Cost</th>
<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Unique Features</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Minneapolis</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">HOT Express Lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.25-$8.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Reversible lanes, first US urban HOT</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Milwaukee</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">No express lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Free interstate system</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Des Moines</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No express lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Free interstate system</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Fargo</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">No express lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Free interstate system</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Sioux Falls</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No express lanes</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Free interstate system</td>
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<li>[[minnesota-toll-roads-bridges|Minnesota Toll Roads & Bridges]] - Complete state toll information</li>
<li>[[i-35e-express-lanes|I-35E Express Lanes]] - East metro express lane network</li>
<li>[[i-394-express-lanes|I-394 Express Lanes]] - Detailed I-394 segment information</li>
<li>[[i-35w-express-lanes|I-35W Express Lanes]] - Detailed I-35W segment information</li>
<li>[[ezpass-minnesota|E-ZPass Minnesota]] - Account setup and management</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Construction Updates:</strong></p>
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<li>MnDOT Construction Updates: www.dot.state.mn.us/construction</li>
<li>511mn.org - Real-time traffic and construction information</li>
<li>I-394/I-94 Minneapolis Project: Current construction status</li>
<li>I-35W Burnsville Project: Southern metro construction updates</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Official Resources:</strong></p>
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<li>MnDOT E-ZPass Customer Service: 1-866-397-2774</li>
<li>E-ZPass Minnesota Website: www.dot.state.mn.us/ezpassmn</li>
<li>Metro Transit Orange Line: Information on BRT service using express lanes</li>
<li>Account Management: Online portal for balance and trip history</li>
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