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Proposed pavement preservation for US 2 near Happy's Inn

by The Western News
| March 3, 2023 7:00 AM

The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on a proposal to resurface about seven miles of U.S. 2, 36 miles southeast of Libby.

The project begins at the bridge over McKillip Road, and extends east for approximately seven miles, ending one mile east of the ACM Road intersection.

Proposed work includes milling the existing surface, applying a new overlay and finishing with a seal and cover (chip seal), upgraded pavement markings, and new signage. The purpose of the project is to preserve the existing pavement.

The project is tentatively scheduled for construction in 2024, depending on completion of all project development activities and availability of funding. No new right-of-way or utility relocations will be needed.

An important part of properly planning for future projects is partnering with the community. The Montana Department of Transportation welcomes the public to provide ideas and comments on the proposed project.

Comments may be submitted online at https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.mdt.mt.gov_contact_comment-2Dform.aspx&d=DwIFAw&c=V6RwJ6H35feIEOPTfw4cSA&r=zMOxEyN9H_tf1tlTIXFU5Xbge5vKhv7w6HH2-olccfg&m=8KN-Pv7aIQ_64luMhn12-tpaxqfQeWGiM3k-toOJnw1e6jmoU1T5XHNfDawmP_Pw&s=7_7e_w04oAheVza83WO6OShNwWjAE5MZDkJ2AdYpuIU&e= or in writing to Montana Department of Transportation, Missoula office, PO Box 7039, Missoula, MT 59807-7039. Please note that comments are for project UPN 10232000.

The public is encouraged to contact acting Missoula District Preconstruction Engineer Joel Boucher at 406-544-6107 or Project Design Engineer Nate Walters at 406-523-5833 with questions or comments about the project.

Alternative accessible formats of this document will be provided on request. Persons who need an alternative format should contact the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Transportation, 2701 Prospect Avenue, PO Box 201001, Helena, MT 59620. Telephone 406-444-5416 or Montana Relay Service at 711.