March 12, 2023
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) are continuing on the US Highway 93 (US 93) - Missoula to Florence Corridor Study.
For those who may have missed the previous project update, MDT and RPA are including US 93 from Lolo to Missoula as part of this roadway study in response to public feedback received. Results from this additional study area will be included with information and proposed alternatives determined for the initial area from Lolo to Florence.
Environmental analysis began in the Missoula to Lolo area at the end of April. Traffic data collection will begin this summer, with follow-up data collection in the fall to capture operations near the new Lolo School.
The project team still anticipates initial study results (Lolo to Florence) to be available in late 2023 or early 2024. There will be a six-month extension for study results between Lolo and Missoula. MDT and RPA appreciate the feedback received from the public and local stakeholders, and hope to determine short-term and long-term solutions to enhance safety on US 93.
This Bitterroot Valley corridor is a priority for MDT, and this study is focused on identifying needed safety improvements. As existing funding is limited, MDT and RPA are working to seek supplementary funding to address safety concerns across the region, and for this US 93 corridor specifically. Please know that we recognize the urgency for improvements.
If you have additional information or feedback about the Missoula to Florence corridor, the team would love to hear from you.
The team would love to hear from you if you have additional information or feedback about the Missoula to Florence corridor. Please email Becca at
March 3, 2023
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) continue progressing on the US Highway 93 (US 93) - Lolo to Florence Corridor Study. MDT and RPA are now including US 93 from Lolo to the Missoula city limits as part of this roadway study in response to public feedback. Results from this additional study area will be included with information and proposed alternatives determined for the initial portion from Lolo to Florence.
Moving forward, MDT and RPA will conduct similar data collection and traffic analysis between Lolo and Missoula, extending to the Bitterroot River bridge at the Missoula city limits. The team will be working to facilitate meetings with all landowners, businesses, and stakeholders in the area who are interested in providing feedback. Multiple open house/public meetings will be held in 2023 to continue gathering feedback and presenting ideas and concepts for the Missoula to Florence corridor.
The second round of public and stakeholder meetings will be held in late summer or fall of 2023. The study team aims to provide and discuss the preliminary results at that time. Updates will be provided as this milestone approaches.
MDT and RPA appreciate the feedback received from stakeholders and hope to determine short-term and long-term solutions to increase safety on US 93. The study team still anticipates initial study results (Lolo to Florence) to be available toward the end of 2023. There will be a six-month extension for study results between Lolo and Missoula.
Roadway improvements are a large piece of the equation in enhancing safety and driver focus. Remember to buckle up, be mindful of drivers around you, and limit distractions when driving.
The team would love to hear from you if you have additional information or feedback about the Missoula to Florence corridor. Please email Becca at
November 4, 2022
Progress continues on the US Highway 93 (US 93), Lolo to Florence Corridor Study being conducted by the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA).
The virtual open house recording from October 18 is posted on the study webpage at this link if you missed the event or would like to review materials.
Crews have completed crash and traffic data collection, and the RPA team is now conducting traffic analysis. RPA is also partnering with Herrera Environmental Consultants to further evaluate wildlife and environmental considerations throughout the area.
In feedback received via email, social media, phone and during recent public meetings, many residents have identified that turning left onto US 93 from side streets and turning right off US 93 is a challenge for drivers. In addition, many residents have noted the speed limit as a concern. Center turns lanes, right turn lanes, and frontage roads have been suggested as possible future safety improvements.
The team has received this feedback repeatedly over the last few months and is working to address it. Other details and comments are also being considered as potential solutions are being identified. MDT and RPA are grateful for the participation and feedback received so far.
All comments received via email, phone and social media have been recorded and read by the study leadership team.
If you have additional information or feedback to share, the team would love to hear from you. Please email Becca at
October 21, 2022
Thank you to the virtual and in-person open house attendees earlier this week. If you missed the events, please feel welcome to view the recording of the virtual open house here.
The Lolo to Florence Corridor is a priority for the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT). The project team appreciates the comments, feedback and questions received at Tuesday’s open house events.
All comments and concerns gathered through discussion and comment cards will be noted as part of the study findings. Public feedback is an integral step towards determining potential solutions.
MDT and Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) will continue gathering and analyzing data of the US 93 corridor. A second public meeting will be scheduled in early 2023, where study findings and potential solutions will be presented to the public. In addition, stakeholder meetings will continue to be requested. Updates will be provided as the study progresses and as public meetings are scheduled.
Additional feedback or questions are welcomed throughout the duration of the study. With questions or feedback as the study progresses, please email
Prefer to ask a question or submit feedback via phone? Call 406-207-4484.
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September 30, 2022
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), in partnership with Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA), invite you to attend an open house on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. Two events will be held on this day to ensure all interested parties can attend. The same information will be provided at both open house sessions. The study team will provide an update on the current status of the study and will be available to answer questions.
The in-person event will be held from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Lolo School (11395 Highway 93 South) in the lower gym.
The virtual event will also be on October 18 at noon via Zoom. Registration is required for the virtual event. Please follow this link to register.
MDT and RPA are collaborating to complete a study between Lolo and Florence on US Hwy 93 south of Missoula. This study will investigate the best possible future improvements to support growth within the area, increase safety and provide an improved travel experience for drivers.
The roadway study will be conducted in the late summer and fall of 2022 and into 2023, with results expected towards the end of 2023 or early 2024.
Questions? call 406-207-4484. To sign up for updates as the study progresses, please email
September 9, 2022
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) thank you for your interest and feedback thus far regarding the US 93, Lolo to Florence Corridor study.
The study has kicked off as of July 2022. Crew members have begun collecting crash and traffic data, conducting analysis, and taking field observations. In addition, an environmental evaluation is being completed. MDT and RPA recognize the challenges drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and wildlife face with growing traffic rates throughout the area and are working hard to gather real-time data.
MDT and RPA are grateful for your support and participation throughout the project. An open house will be held virtually and in-person in mid-October to provide an opportunity to chat with the project team and learn more about the study’s progress. More details on this will be provided as the date approaches.
As the study progresses, the team is interested in gathering qualitative feedback on US 93 between Lolo and Florence from surrounding businesses, landowners, residents and stakeholders.
All comments received via email, phone and social media thus far have been recorded and read by the project leadership team.
If you have additional information or feedback to share and would like to meet virtually or in-person with the project team, please email me at
Questions? Email