The Montana Department of Transportation has made updates to the proposed pavement preservation project on 57th Street on the east side of Great Falls.

The project begins at the intersection with 2nd Avenue North, and extends south, ending near the intersection with 10th Avenue South.

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

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All left-hand turning movements at the 57th Street and 8th Avenue South intersection will be eliminated. The raised medians will be replaced and new roadway lighting will be installed, according to MDT.

The purpose of the project is to address pavement deterioration and enhance roadway safety features.

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

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No new right-of-way will be needed and the need for utility relocation will be determined as design progresses.

This project is within the boundaries of the Central Montana Transportation Study.

The public is encouraged to contact Great Falls District Project Development Engineer James Combs at 406-454-5900 or District Project Engineer Chris Ward at 406-454-5894 with questions or comments about the project.

More information about active MDT projects around the state, is available here and MDT’s five-year tentative construction plan.