Proposed resurfacing on US 2 east of Essex

ESSEX, Mont. — The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is announcing and inviting the public to comment on a proposal that will resurface about 9 miles of US Highway 2 (US 2) east of Essex. The project begins just south of the Middle Fork Flathead River bridge and extends east to the Devil Creek bridge.

Proposed work includes milling the existing surface and applying a new overlay from the beginning of the project to the railroad overpass bridge, and applying a seal and cover (chip seal), fog seal, upgraded pavement markings, signage, delineation, and guardrail for the entire project length. The purpose of the project is to prolong and preserve the existing pavement.

Construction is tentatively planned for 2028, depending on completion of design and availability of funds. No new right-of-way or utility relocations will be needed.

Partnering with the community is an important part of properly planning for future projects. MDT welcomes the public to provide ideas and comments on the proposed project. Comments may be submitted online at mdt.mt.gov/contact/comment-form.aspx 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 10684000.

The public is encouraged to contact Joel Boucher, Missoula District Project Development Engineer, at 406-544-5802 or Project Design Engineer Josh Dold at 406-444-6385 with questions or comments about the project.

For more information about active MDT projects around the state, please visit our website and MDT’s five-year Tentative Construction Plan.

MDT is a workforce of over 2,000 people across Montana determined to do all we can so that you arrive at your destination safely. Our mission is to build, operate, and maintain a safe and resilient transportation system. For more information, visit mdt.mt.gov.

Project name: Essex – Devil Creek

Project ID: NH 1-2(261)180