July 31, 2026
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Hoffman’s R&M Services LLC are continuing work on the Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive intersection north of Helena.
Crews have shifted work to the eastern leg (Lincoln Road) and are beginning to remove asphalt on that leg of the roundabout. During working hours, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., traffic on the eastern leg will be reduced to a single lane controlled by a flagger or a temporary signal.
This work is anticipated to take a few weeks to complete. The northern leg of the roundabout has resumed a two-way traffic configuration at this time.
Crews are continuing landscaping in the center of the roundabout in addition to working on the retaining walls. Electrical work is ongoing throughout the project area.
The intersection remains in a "no left turn" state to allow crews to safely work. Additionally, north/south traffic on Applegate Drive is not able to go straight through the intersection and will need to keep right when entering the intersection. If you commute through the intersection via Applegate Drive and typically turn left or go straight through the intersection, you should plan an alternate route.
During construction, motorists should expect:
- Reduced speed limits
- Single-lane traffic
- Traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals
- Width restrictions at times
- Possible short-term closures
- A detour for traffic on Lincoln Road
Visit 511mt.net for the most up-to-date information on width restrictions.
July 24, 2026
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Hoffman’s R&M Services LLC are continuing work on the Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive intersection north of Helena.
Currently crews are working on the northern leg of the roundabout (Applegate Drive). During working hours, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., traffic on the northern leg will be reduced to a single lane controlled by a flagger or temporary signals.
This work is anticipated to take a few weeks to complete, after which work will shift to the eastern leg of the roundabout (Lincoln Road).
Crews are also working on the landscaping in the center of the roundabout and doing utility work throughout the construction zone.
The intersection remains in a "no left turn" state to allow crews to safely work. Additionally, north/south traffic on Applegate Drive is not able to go straight through the intersection and will need to keep right when entering the intersection. If you commute through the intersection via Applegate Drive and typically turn left or go straight through the intersection, you should plan an alternate route.
East/west traffic on Lincoln Road will continue to use the intersection detour.
During construction, motorists should expect:
- Reduced speed limits
- Single-lane traffic
- Traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals
- Width restrictions at times
- Possible short-term closures
- A detour for traffic on Lincoln Road
Visit 511mt.net for the most up-to-date information on width restrictions.
July 2, 2026
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Hoffman’s R&M Services LLC are continuing work on the Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive intersection north of Helena. Crews are currently installing storm drainage at the intersection and preparing to install concrete and electrical components.
The intersection remains in a "no left turn" state to allow crews to safely work. Additionally, north/south traffic on Applegate Drive is not able to go straight through the intersection and will need to keep right when entering the intersection. If you commute through the intersection via Applegate Drive and typically turn left or go straight through the intersection, you should plan an alternate route.
East/west traffic on Lincoln Road will continue to use the intersection detour.
Work will pause by noon on Thursday, July 2, with no work taking place July 3 to 5, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Crews will resume work on Monday, July 6. The detour will remain in place while work is paused.
During construction, motorists should expect:
- Reduced speed limits
- Single-lane traffic
- Traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals
- Width restrictions at times
- Possible short-term closures
- A detour for traffic on Lincoln Road
Visit 511mt.net for the most up-to-date information on possible width restrictions.
May 29, 2026
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Hoffman’s R&M Services LLC have completed work building a detour for the Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive intersection. Crews will begin excavation of the center of the intersection and work on the southern leg of the roundabout the week of June 1. Traffic on the southern leg of Applegate Drive will be in a single-lane configuration during working hours, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Starting the week of June 1, the intersection will enter a "no left turn" state. Additionally, north/south traffic on Applegate Drive will no longer be able to go straight through the intersection and will need to keep right when entering the intersection. If you commute through the intersection via Applegate Drive and typically turn left or go straight through the intersection, you should plan an alternate route accordingly.
East/west traffic on Lincoln Road will continue to use the intersection detour.
During construction, motorists should expect:
- Reduced speed limits
- Single-lane traffic
- Traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals
- Width restrictions at times
- Possible short-term closures
Visit 511mt.net for the most up-to-date information on possible width restrictions.
Work on this project is anticipated to be completed in a single construction season.
May 15, 2026
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Hoffman’s R&M Services LLC are beginning construction at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive north of Helena the week of May 18, weather and other factors permitting.
When work on this project begins, motorists should expect:
- Reduced speed limits
- Single-lane traffic
- Traffic controlled by flaggers or temporary signals
- Width restrictions at times
- Possible short-term closures
- Possible detours
Visit 511mt.net for the most up-to-date information on possible width restrictions.
Work on this project is anticipated to be completed in a single construction season.