US 2 Rockfall Stability construction complete
by Montana Department of Transportation
August 24, 2023
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and HiTech Rockfall announce the completion of the Rockfall Stability project on US Highway 2 (US 2).
This summer, crews completed rock scaling and installation of rockfall mitigation structures between Troy and Libby on US 2. This project aimed to enhance roadway safety by repairing the existing rockfall structure and removing potentially hazardous and unstable rock material. In addition, work included cleaning out the roadside ditch.
"We are pleased to have this project completed. The rockfall mitigation work enhances roadway safety features for drivers, and extends the service life of the highway," John Schmidt, MDT Missoula District Construction Engineer, said. "We appreciated everyone’s support and patience as we finished this project."
MDT and Hi-Tech Rockfall crews began roadwork in April of 2023. Construction was completed in August. "Rockfall mitigation is vital work to protect our roadways and drivers throughout the mountainous terrain in Montana," Chris Reid, with Hi-Tech Rockfall, said.
MDT values public feedback and is grateful for drivers' understanding throughout travel delays. For more information or a map of the project area, please check out the project webpage: https://mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/us2slopestability/.
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