What is the purpose of this project?
The proposed project will determine the scope and limits of a future reconstruction project that will provide an improved roadway to enhance mobility, safety, long-term viability, and future capacity for a high-growth area of the county. The proposed project will design and construct the following:
- Reconstructing Whitefish Stage Road for about 9 miles from 0.5 miles north of Reserve St to the MT 40 intersection
- Adding a northbound left-turn at Rose Crossing Intersection
- Constructing a wider roadway, which will provide a 4 ft shoulder on each side and improve overall safety of the roadway
- Improving slopes and ditches by flattening roadside slopes where possible
- Upgrading signage and striping and improving drainage
Who is developing this project?
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is developing this project in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). MDT has retained HDR as the Design Consultant.
How can the public stay informed on this project?
A public involvement plan has been developed to ensure the local community is frequently updated throughout the project. Two informational meetings are planned for the study phase with additional meetings to be scheduled as needed during design. The first public informational meeting was held on February 20th, 2019. New project information will be posted on this website as it becomes available.
Comments can be submitted electronically. To submit a comment, visit MDT’s Online Comment Form.
Please note that your comments are for the Whitefish Stage Road project, UPN 8078000.