CRESTON, Mont. - The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and LHC Inc. are resuming work on the Creston South project on Montana Highway 35 (MT 35) the week of April 21. This project is located just southeast of Creston and covers approximately 7 miles of MT 35.
This year, crews will be removing and repaving the top layer of asphalt in the driving lanes, adding new pavement markings and centerline rumble strips, and applying a seal and cover (chip seal).
“Work on this project is anticipated to take several weeks to complete,” said Ryan Paulsen, MDT Engineering Project Manager. “We ask that everyone slow down and remain alert when traveling through the construction work zone.”
When work on this project begins, motorists should expect reduced speed limits, single-lane traffic, traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals, and delays of up to 15 minutes. Width restrictions may be in place at times.
The purpose of this project is to extend the service life of MT 35, improve the ride of the existing pavement, and enhance roadway safety features. Work on the project began in the fall of 2024 when crews crack sealed the roadway shoulders and installed new signage.
Construction is anticipated to be completed in the 2025 construction season.
This project area begins about 1 mile southeast of Creston and ends about a half mile south of the MT 35 junction with Montana Highway 83 (MT 83), also known as Swan Highway.
This section of highway was originally constructed in 1957 and has seen increased use since then. The last major reconstruction on this stretch of roadway was in 1996, but since then it has only received minor repairs and maintenance. As a result, the roadway surface has become worn down and needs repairs. This project is a cost-effective way of ensuring the highway receives these critical repairs, so it can continue to serve the traveling public for many years to come.
The public is encouraged to contact Tyler Manning at Tyler@rbci.net or 406-545-0800 with questions or comments about the project.
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Respect the zone, so we all get home.
In 2023, 282 work zone crashes occurred in Montana. This construction season, MDT urges Montana drivers and visitors to use extra caution while traveling through work zones by paying attention and following posted signage.
Our families thank you.
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