Ashland, Montana — The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to announce and invite the public to comment on a proposal to construct about 1.2 miles of separated pedestrian path along US 212, west of Ashland. The project begins at Rabbittown Road and extends east for 1.2 miles ending near the intersection of US 212 and Old Mission Road at reference post 62.1.
Proposed work includes construction of a separate pedestrian path along the north side of Highway 212 with lighting and a new pedestrian bridge crossing the Tongue River. The purpose of the project is to provide a safe pedestrian facility connecting the residential area at Rabbittown with Ashland.
Construction is tentatively planned for 2024 depending on completion of design and availability of funds. New right-of-way and relocation of utilities may be required. MDT staff will contact all affected landowners prior to doing survey work on their land. Staff will again contact landowners prior to construction regarding property acquisition and temporary construction permits.
An important part of properly planning for future projects is partnering with the community. The Montana Department of Transportation welcomes the public to provide ideas and comments on the proposed project. Comments may be submitted online at http://www .mdt.mt.gov/mdt/comment_form.shtml or in writing to Montana Department of Transportation, Glendive office at PO Box 890, Glendive, MT 59330-0890. Please note that comments are for project UPN 9601000.
The public is encouraged to contact Glendive District Administrator Shane Mintz at (406) 345-8212 or Consultant Project Engineer Thaddeus Lesnik at (406) 657-0224 with questions or comments.
Alternative accessible formats of this document will be provided on request. Persons who need an alternative format should contact the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Transportation, 2701 Prospect Avenue, PO Box 201001, Helena, MT 59620. Telephone 406-444-5416 or Montana Relay Service at 711.
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