Category: Development

Impact attenuator replacement at Lava Lake Bridge, initially scheduled to begin today, has been delayed due to unfavorable weather conditions. Crews plan to conduct the replacement activities on Thursday, November 7 and Friday, November 8, weather and other unforeseen factors permitting.

While this work is underway, drivers can expect single-lane closures, flaggers, and 15-minute delays between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will also be in place during working hours.

If you have questions, please email me at Kristine@bigskypublicrelations.com. Our project hotline is also open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 406-207-4484. Visit the project webpage at https://mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/gallatincanyon/. To subscribe to weekly text updates, text GALLATINCANYON to 41411.

The Gallatin Canyon Pavement Preservation and Safety Improvements project on US Highway 191 has been substantially completed by the Montana Department of Transportation, CK May Excavating, and Riverside Contracting.

Turn Bay North of Gallatin Gateway

Seeding operations are now complete. That was the final outstanding task on this portion of the project.

South of Spanish Creek South

Work on replacing the impact attenuator on the bridge near the Lava Lake Trailhead has not been scheduled but could happen this week. Once work begins, it will take about three days to complete.

While attenuator work is underway, crews will be present during daytime hours and drivers can expect single-lane closures, flaggers, and 15-minute delays.

If you have questions, please email Kristine at Kristine@bigskypublicrelations.com. Our project hotline is also open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 406-207-4484. Visit the project webpage at https://mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/gallatincanyon/. To subscribe to weekly text updates, text GALLATINCANYON to 41411.*

Throughout October, you might notice some equipment moving around as the LMLC team conducts site grading and light utility work near Tips Up and in the parking lot adjacent to BASE. This early utility work is paving the way for future projects, including the upcoming public restroom facility. Thank you for your understanding as we work to enhance Town Center.

Event Times:

09/24 – 5:00pm – Open House to the Public at The Wilson

09/25 – 11:30am – 12:30pm

South of Spanish Creek South

Crews will conduct bridge repairs on Lava Lake Bridge this week. Travelers can expect single lane traffic Monday, September 9 through Friday, September 13, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Plan for 15-minute delays while traveling through the project area. Please note there will be a 12-foot width restriction in place during operational hours.

Looks like there will be some disruptions on 191 next week, the below information was received from MDT:

Tuesday 9-3 – Routine roadway inspection for hazards and damage, picking trash and dead animal removal for both US 191 and MT 64. 

Wednesday 9-4 – Crack Seal operations for US191 from mile marker 56-59. Will have one lane closed and will be using flaggers with speed reduction down to 35. Travelers can expect some delays.

Thursday 9-5 – Crack Seal operations for US191 from mile marker 48-49, 50-52. Will have one lane closed and will be using flaggers with speed reduction down to 35. Travelers can expect some delays.

Friday 9-6 – Crack Seal operations for US191 from mile marker 38-40. Will have one lane closed and will be using flaggers with speed reduction down to 35. Travelers can expect some delays.

Community Road Work (August 19-23)

• MT 64 Tiger Grant Project
  • Seal and cover (chip seal) work is complete and temporary striping has been placed. Crews will return in a few weeks to conduct permanent striping activities.
  • Construction is taking place in the Kircher Park area. No traffic impacts are expected.
• Turn Bay North of Gallatin Gateway
  • Crews will finish mailbox and sign installation north of Gallatin Gateway on Tuesday, August 20 and Wednesday, August 21. Travelers can expect reduced speeds from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days.
• South of Spanish Creek South
  • There are no construction activities anticipated this week between Storm Castle Road and the Lava Lake Trailhead.

**Please be advised that the chip seal that was supposed to take place Monday and Tuesday of this week has been delayed to Tuesday and Wednesday. Expect single lane closures, reduced speeds and loose gravel from 7am-7pm both days.

Gallatin County, the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), and Riverside Contracting Inc. continue construction on the MT 64 TIGER Grant project. Here’s what you can expect the week of August 12.

Montana 64

Seal and cover (chip seal) activities will occur throughout the project area on Monday, August 12 and Tuesday, August 13. Drivers can expect single lane closures where active chip sealing is taking place. Please be mindful of reduced speeds and loose gravel following chip seal work.

Turn Bay North of Gallatin Gateway
Crews will finish mailbox and sign installation north of Gallatin Gateway. No traffic impacts are expected.

South of Spanish Creek South
There is no anticipated work through this portion of the project.