The design for the improvement planned in 2022 for the Underpass Avenue at 6th, Central and State Avenue in Billings, is complete. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) announced that the newly-designed project incorporates new traffic signals, storm drain, lighting, improved pedestrian facilities, and upgraded signing to enhance these intersections, promote accessibility and improve safety.
After much review and public participation, the following improvements are planned to both fulfill traffic and pedestrian needs and community desires. Construction is tentatively scheduled for summer 2022.
Plans for the Underpass Avenue/State Avenue intersection improvements will include:
• Dual southbound left turn lanes from 6th Street West for morning traffic
• Additional lanes on Underpass Avenue
• Additional pedestrian improvements
• Relocated pump house and new storm drain inlets
• New traffic signal and lighting
• Lighting under the MRL bridge for pedestrians/bicyclists
Plans for the 6th Street West/Central Avenue intersection improvements will include:
• Dual northbound left turn lanes from 6th Street West for evening traffic
• New traffic signal and lighting
• Additional pedestrian improvements
Other project improvements will include:
• Detention ponds for stormwater
• Full lane from Laurel Road westbound ramp to Moore Lane
• Connection to recent City of Billings project at Calhoun Lane
• Coordination with the South Side Neighborhood Task Force on a mural planned for the sidewalk in the underpass
For more information on the Underpass Avenue – Billings project visit: https://mdt.mt.gov/pubinvolve/underpass-avenue/.
