Project Overview
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is working to reconstruct nearly 37 miles of Montana Highway 200 (MT 200) between Jordan and Brockway to provide a more efficient travel experience, enhance safety features, and improve access for all users.
MT 200 was built in the early to mid-1900s and was not designed to accommodate today’s larger vehicles and higher speeds. Reconstruction will widen the roadway, add shoulders, and increase lines of sight, bringing the highway up to modern design standards.
This expansive project comprises five phases and will take several years to complete. Phase 1, Little Dry Creek, was completed in 2022, and Phase 2, Junction 462 East & West, was completed in 2023, improving 16 miles of the highway.
Highway 200 Jordan to Brockway improvements include:
- Wider roadway with 12-foot travel lanes and 6-foot shoulders
- Improved horizontal and vertical road alignment
- Rumble strips on the centerline and shoulders
- Flattened slopes on the side of the roadway
- New drainage structures and bridges
- Additional signage and striping
- Wildlife-friendly fencing in various areas
CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Phase 3: Flowing Wells East & West
Through the Flowing Wells East & West phase of the project, MDT will reconstruct just less than 7 miles of MT 200, starting approximately 2 miles west of the Flowing Wells Rest Area and extending east, crossing the intersection of MT 200 with Montana Highway 24 (MT 24), a popular route for recreationists traveling to Fort Peck Lake. Work is anticipated to begin this spring.
As part of the planned improvements for MT 200, this phase involves replacing five aging timber bridges, three of which currently have load postings. Load postings indicate the maximum weight that can legally cross a bridge for various vehicle types. Replacing these timber bridges is a crucial component of this project.
| Feature Intersected | Mile Marker | Load Posting | Replacememt Structure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timber Creek Tributary | 247.4 | N/A | Culvert |
| Timber Creek Tributary | 248.9 | 4-7 Axles, 25 Tons | Bridge |
| Skull Creek | 249.7 | 4-7 Axles, 25 Tons | Bridge |
| Cemetery Coulee Tributary | 253.0 | N/A | Culvert |
| Cemetery Coulee | 253.3 | 5-7 Axles, 27 Tons | Culvert |
| NOTE: The schedule and sequence for replacing the bridges have not yet been determined. | |||
How will the project impact me?
During construction, drivers should anticipate traffic control, lane reconfigurations, and reduced speeds. Short delays of up to 15 minutes may occur.
Efforts will be made to maintain two-lane traffic as much as possible. However, to ensure safety and mobility in the work zone, one-lane traffic controlled by pilot vehicles and/or flaggers may be necessary for some construction activities.
Adjacent MT 200 Project: West of Jordan
In addition to the Flowing Wells East & West project, the nearby West of Jordan project will also impact MT 200 travelers. Construction of this project will begin in spring 2025 and reconstruct almost 9 miles of MT 200, starting 12 miles east of Sand Springs and ending 12 miles west of Jordan. For more information and project updates, visit: mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/westofjordan/
Project updates will be shared monthly and at key times of increased construction activity via email, webpage, and text message. To receive text updates* for both Flowing Wells East & West and West of Jordan projects, text HWY200JORDAN to 41411. To subscribe for email updates, email
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