The Montana Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on a proposal to resurface three sections of roadway in Great Falls.

Project areas include:

• Old Havre Highway, from the intersection with Smelter Avenue to U.S. Highway 87
• U.S. 87 from just south of junction with Old Havre Highway north to just past the junction with Great Bear Avenue
• River Road, from the intersection junction with 15 Street North to the junction with 38th Street North

Proposed work includes milling the existing surface, applying a new overlay, and finishing with a seal and cover (chip seal), upgraded pavement markings and signage.

The River Drive section will receive chip seal and pavement markings only.

The purpose of the project is to preserve the condition of the roadway surface and extend its service life, according to MDT.

Construction is tentatively planned for 2027 depending on completion of design and availability of funds.

No new right-of-way is anticipated. Some utility adjustments may be necessary.

Comments may be submitted online here or in writing to Montana Department of Transportation, Great Falls office, P.O. Box 1359, Great Falls, MT 59403-1359. Note that comments are for project UPN 10316000.

The public should contact Great Falls District preconstruction engineer James A. Combs at 406-454-5900 with questions or comments about the project.

For more information about active MDT projects around the state, visit MDT’s website and its five-year Tentative Construction Plan.

Anyone needing an alternative format of this document should contact MDT’s ADA coordinator at mmaze@mt.gov, 406-444-5416 or Montana Relay Service at 711.