MANKATO-August 29, 2012-(KMKO)-The ramp from northbound Highway 169 to eastbound Highway 14 (by McDonalds in North Mankato) will close for paving operations tomorrow.  Drivers are asked to find alternate routes for the day-time only closure. The maintenance operations are necessary for the work expected to begin Sept. 4 on the Highway 169 acceleration lane which will result in additional traffic impacts.