Bozeman, Mont. – The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Knife River expect to begin work on the 7th Avenue North Intersections project the week of July 28.
This project will upgrade five intersections on 7th Avenue North in Bozeman. The project area begins at the intersection of 7th Avenue North and West Main Street and continues north, ending near the 7th Avenue North and Nikles Drive/Wheat Drive intersection. This project will also widen two intersecting roads, Peach Street and Oak Street, to better facilitate the flow of traffic.
Planned improvements include upgrading signals and sidewalks to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, widening Peach Street to provide a dedicated westbound left turn lane, widening Oak Street to restore the shoulder, crack sealing and adding a seal and cover (chip seal) on 7th Avenue North, milling and paving sections of the road with deep ruts, and applying final pavement markings.
“This project aims to address several issues present on 7th Avenue and intersecting roads due to increases in traffic over the years,” said Chad Mozol, MDT Engineering Project Manager. “The majority of this work will be completed in one season with minor work carrying over to next construction season.”
When construction begins, motorists should expect intersection sidewalk closures and pedestrian detours, brief on-street parking disruptions during pavement work, reduced speed limits, minor delays of about 15 minutes, and temporary nighttime lane closures on 7th Avenue North. Beginning July 28, Peach Street will be closed between 5th and 7th avenues for approximately 3 weeks to construct a left-turn lane. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained during the closure.
This project will address increasing traffic congestion and wear and tear on this section of roadway. The project aims to enhance traffic flow along 7th Avenue North and improve the alignment and operation of intersecting streets. Additionally, the crack seal, chip seal, and resurfacing work will address wear and tear on the roadway and ensure the road can continue to serve the traveling public.
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