US-385 in Nebraska Goes Four-Lane: Drive Straight to Snoozeville
Published Date: 9/5/2025
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Summary
The Nebraska Department of Transportation is ready to upgrade the Minatare US-385 highway from two lanes to a faster, safer four-lane expressway. This big project affects drivers in Scotts Bluff and Morrill Counties and has all the green lights to move forward. Construction will start soon, making travel smoother and boosting local roads without major environmental issues.
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US‑385 Upgraded to Four‑Lane Expressway
If you drive in Scotts Bluff County or Morrill County, Nebraska, the Minatare US‑385 highway will be expanded from a two‑lane road to a four‑lane expressway. The project is described as faster and safer and is intended to make travel smoother along the US‑26/L‑62A/US‑385 corridor near Minatare.
Federal Approvals Allow Construction to Proceed
The Federal Highway Administration has issued final licenses, permits, and approvals and a NEPA Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Minatare US‑385 Project in Scotts Bluff and Morrill Counties, Nebraska. Because of those approvals, the project can move forward and construction will start soon.
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