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MDT outlines Silo South widening with shoulders and turn lanes, targets 2030 construction
Summary
MDT described a pre-30% design for the Silo South project (MP 70.2–75.5) that would widen the corridor to a five-lane cross section with 8-foot shoulders, two-way left-turn lane and passing lanes; MDT said construction is anticipated in 2030 and that wildlife impacts are being coordinated with Fish, Wildlife & Parks.
The Montana Department of Transportation on Jan. 16 told Broadwater County residents it is developing the Silo South project on US 12/US 287 between mileposts 70.2 and 75.5 to address safety and operations. Rebecca Barbula, MDT design project manager, said the project is in early design (under 30% complete) and would include eight-foot shoulders, passing lanes in both directions and a continuous two-way left-turn lane through much of the corridor. Barbula said right-of-way impacts are being minimized and only minor acquisition is currently anticipated.
MDT said the…
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