GREAT FALLS, Mont. — The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and partners Montana Materials and Construction and KLJ Engineering have started construction on sidewalks and pedestrian facilities in Great Falls. Improvements include replacing non-compliant Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sidewalk ramps, constructing new sidewalks, replacing sidewalks in poor condition, and adding/replacing pedestrian signals and push buttons. These improvements will meet current ADA standards and improve safety and connectivity for non-motorized users.
Construction is underway on sidewalk ramps along 14th Street at 8th Avenue North and will continue to 9th Avenue South. Additional improvements will take place in the city’s northwest area when schools are on summer break. Later this summer work on 15th Street from 9th Avenue South to 8th Avenue North is anticipated to take place. Next spring and summer work on 1st Avenue North and 2nd Avenue North are anticipated to take place.
Traffic will be maintained through the project, however temporary parking restrictions may be in place in the work area. Motorists are encouraged to watch for signage, follow posted speed limits in work zones, and plan for additional time when traveling through the area.
To receive project updates via text, text SIDEWALKS to 844-764-2126*, email greatfalls@kljeng.com or call Jamie Olson at 701-355-8466.
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.
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