May 5, 2025

Construction continues on US Highway 2 (US 2) between Zurich and Harlem (mile markers 416.5 to 424). Drivers should continue to expect reduced speeds, delays, and changing traffic conditions throughout the work zone. Crews are currently focused on grading and culvert work, with multiple active traffic control zones in place.

Here’s what to expect this week:

  • Speed limit reduced to 35 mph
  • Delays of up to 15 minutes during weekdays (Monday through Thursday)
  • Only one active pilot car zone throughout the project area
  • Culvert crews working near Farnum Road, east end of the project
  • No centerline through the project area
  • Surfaces consist of gravel and milled pavement

Pulverizing of the roadway is expected to begin next week.

Please continue to slow down, watch for workers, and follow all traffic control. Thank you for your continued patience as we improve this section of US 2.

April 28, 2025

Construction continues on US Highway 2 (US 2) between Zurich and Harlem (mile markers 416.5 to 424). Drivers can expect reduced speeds, delays, and changing traffic conditions throughout the work zone. Crews are working on finishing culvert installation and pulverizing the roadway to prepare for resurfacing.

Here’s what to expect:

  • Speed limit reduced to 35 mph
  • Delays up to 15 minutes during weekdays
  • Pilot cars and signal lights guiding traffic
  • Flaggers present during active work hours
  • No centerline is present through the project area
  • Surfaces consist of pulverized gravel and milled pavement
  • Work is taking place during daylight hours, Monday through Friday

Crews are working on multiple areas throughout the project to improve the roadway. Please slow down, watch for workers, and follow signs and cones to stay safe.

April 21, 2025

Construction work is underway on the East of Zurich to Harlem project.

The first 6 miles of roadway have been milled, and crews are grading the surface. Crews also pulverized the remaining culvert crossings. Minor detours will be in place as crews complete work on the other half of the culverts started last year and begin pulverizing the remaining roadway. Grading operations will take place on the east end, with culvert work located in the middle of the project area.

Travelers can expect:

  • Reduced speeds of 35 mph throughout the work zone
  • Single-lane traffic guided by signal lights and pilot cars, with delays of up to 15 minutes

All work is weather-dependent and may be delayed by rain or snow. Please slow down, watch for signs and crews, and allow extra time when traveling through the area. Thank you for your patience as we improve the roadway!

National Work Zone Awareness Week
April 21-25, 2025 | nwzaw.org

Respect the zone, so we all get home.

In 2023, 282 work zone crashes occurred in Montana. This construction season, MDT urges Montana drivers and visitors to use extra caution while traveling through work zones by paying attention and following posted signage.

Our families thank you.

November 20, 2024

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Wickens Construction are wrapping up work on US Highway 2 (US 2) between Zurich and Harlem for the winter.

This fall, crews graded the roadway shoulders and slopes and completed partial culvert placements, preparing the project area for construction to begin next spring.

MDT will announce a start date for 2025 construction and details on anticipated impacts closer to spring.

October 14, 2024

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and its contractor, Wickens Construction, are continuing work on US Highway 2 (US 2) between Zurich and Harlem.

This week, travel is restricted to one lane controlled by pilot cars between Trails End Road and Madras Road while crews grade the shoulders and proceed with culvert work. Motorists should also expect reduced speeds and workers on the roadway.

All work is dependent upon weather and other unforeseen factors. MDT will announce a start date for 2025 construction and details on anticipated impacts closer to spring.