RAVALLI COUNTY, Mont. - The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) in partnership with Schellinger Construction, is advancing a pavement preservation and safety project on U.S. Highway 93 (US 93) near Darby, spanning about 13 miles between Rye Creek Bridge and ending north of the intersection at Camas Creek Loop.
This project will preserve and extend the life of the existing pavement, providing a more efficient roadway for the thousands of vehicles that travel this route daily. The improvements will enhance safety, reduce maintenance costs, and improve the overall driving experience for residents and visitors in the area.
“Regular pavement preservation projects like this keep our Montana roads in good shape,” Bob Vosen, Missoula District Administrator, stated. “Safety is our top priority both for vehicular traffic as well as pedestrians. This project is one step towards accomplishing that goal for the Darby area community. Project repairs and upgrades include pavement preservation activities, turn lane enhancements, shoulder and center rumble strip additions, sidewalk updates, and striping.”
To learn more about the project, MDT is inviting the media and public to stop by at any time during an in-person open house on Wednesday, April 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Darby Community Club House (106 N Main St Darby, MT 59829).
At the event, construction and traffic control plans will be available. Team members will be on hand to answer questions. No formal presentation will be made.
Construction is expected to begin this spring, with an estimated completion date in late 2025. Work will take place Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. Motorists should expect single-lane closures and reduced speeds in the work zone.Pedestrians are also encouraged to exercise caution near the work zone. Please slow down, follow traffic control, and watch for workers and equipment throughout the project area.
With questions about this project or other area MDT projects, please email Becca at becca@bigskypublicrelations.com. All are also welcome to call the project hotline Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 406-207-4484. To receive text updates, text DARBYNORTHSOUTH to 41411. *Texting alerts are not managed by MDT and may have different privacy and security policies.For more information read the SimpleTexting Privacy Policy.”
More information on the Darby – N & S Pavement Preservation project is available on the project webpage linked here, https://www.mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/darby/.