July 11-15, 2022
"Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead."
~Nelson Mandela
The Wolf Creek Bridge construction is complete, and the bridge is open to traffic.
We want to celebrate the completion of the bridge and this milestone on the road to rebuilding Denton. Please join the Montana Department of Transportation, Frontier West, and Morrison Maierle at a BBQ on July 13 at the Denton City Library from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. There will be food, games, prizes, and fun for all. There is no charge for admission, and everyone is welcome!
If you have questions, please email Kristine at
July 4-8, 2022
Construction is wrapping up on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project.
Frontier West crews have completed bridge rail installation. The bridge will be open to traffic once striping is completed. A date has not been set for striping operations but are anticipated to take place within the next week or so.
We want to celebrate the completion of the bridge. Please join the Montana Department of Transportation, Frontier West, and Morrison Maierle at a BBQ on July 13 at the Denton City Library from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. There will be food, games, prizes, and fun for all. There is no charge for admission, and everyone is welcome!
If you have questions, please email Kristine at
June 27 - July 1, 2022
Things are moving right along on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project. Here’s what you can expect during the week of June 27.
Frontier West crews will be installing guardrail on the bridge throughout the week. This is the last of the major bridge construction activities. Once guardrail work is complete, the bridge will be opened to traffic and the detour removed. This work is material dependent. Some final overlay and striping activity will take place at a later date, but minimal traffic disruptions are expected while this work is completed.
We want to celebrate the completion of the bridge. Please join the Montana Department of Transportation, Frontier West, and Morrison Maierle at a BBQ on July 13 at the Denton City Library from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. There will be food, games, prizes, and fun for all. There is no charge for admission, and everyone is welcome!
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
June 20-24, 2022
Things are moving right along on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project. Here’s what you can expect during the week of June 20.
Frontier West will be completing some miscellaneous work while the bridge deck cures. Guardrail installation will begin as materials become available. We will be enjoying a new and improved bridge in no time.
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
June 13-17, 2022
Things are moving right along on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project. Here’s what you can expect during the week of June 13.
Frontier West will be completing some odd jobs on the work site while the bridge deck cures and crews wait for materials to arrive. Some fencing work will also be completed on adjacent properties.
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
There are over 73,000* miles of roads open to public travel in our state (including nearly 12,923 miles of MDT routes) that accommodate nearly 13 billion annual vehicle miles traveled (AVMT). Simply put, roads and roadways (including bridges) keep our great state connected and moving forward! The third Tuesday in June marks Good Roads Day – _designated by the Montana Legislature in 1947, whereby the people of the state are asked to contribute toward the improvement and safety of public highways (MCA 60-1-104). For MDT, building “good roads” takes time and means a continuous planning process that is underway long before ground is ever broken on a project. It can take eight years to complete a road project, but long-range planning starts anywhere from 1-20 years prior to the project start date. As transportation needs outpace revenue 3 to 1, MDT focuses on safety and preserving and maintaining transportation infrastructure as top priorities; in other words, keeping Montana’s good roads in good order. Join MDT in celebrating Good Roads Day on June 21, 2022, and share what #GoodRoads mean to you!
Find more facts about funding and Montana’s roads in MDT’s Fact Book.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
June 6-10, 2022
Things are moving right along on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project. Here’s what you can expect the week of June 6.
Frontier West crews have completed the concrete work on the bridge deck and curbing. The concrete will need to cure for a few more weeks before it will be ready to hold traffic. In the meantime, guardrail will be added to both sides of the bridge and the approaches, or the area where the bridge meets the road, will be paved. It is anticipated that the bridge will be opened to traffic by the end of June.
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Seat Belts Save Lives! Buckle Up, Montana.
For many Montanans, Memorial Day weekend kicks off the start of summer travel, culminating with Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, these summer months can also be some of the deadliest on Montana’s roads due to increased motor vehicle crashes. As part of a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” mobilization running from May 23 through June 5, 2022, law enforcement agencies and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) will be out to educate motorists and enforce Montana’s seat belt law statewide. Using your seat belt is your best defense against serious injury or death in the event you’re in a crash. This is a Vision Zero Message from the Montana Department of Transportation. Learn more about the goal of Vision Zero and seat belt safety.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
May 30-June 3, 2022
Things are moving right along on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project.
Concrete work is wrapping up. The bridge deck and curbing have been poured and will be given time to cure while Frontier West crews begin preparations for paving operations. Subgrade and gravel work will take place this week and paving is anticipated to begin the week of June 6.
Did you know that concrete never stops curing? Concrete, in fact, gets increasingly stronger as time goes on. Although the concrete for this project will continue to cure for years to come, it will take approximately 28 days to reach a practical strength to be driven on.
Work will pause Monday, May 30, for the Memorial Day holiday and resume Tuesday, May 31.
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Seat Belts Save Lives! Buckle Up, Montana.
For many Montanans, Memorial Day weekend kicks off the start of summer travel, culminating with Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, these summer months can also be some of the deadliest on Montana’s roads due to increased motor vehicle crashes. As part of a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” mobilization running from May 23 through June 5, 2022, law enforcement agencies and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) will be out to educate motorists and enforce Montana’s seat belt law statewide. Before you make plans to travel this Memorial Day weekend, commit to always buckle up before you go, and insist your friends and family do the same. Using your seat belt is your best defense against serious injury or death in the event you’re in a crash. This is a Vision Zero Message from the Montana Department of Transportation. Learn more about the goal of Vision Zero and seat belt safety.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
May 23-27, 2022
You are probably wondering how the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project is coming together so rapidly. Well, I’m glad you asked! Aside from a fast-acting, hard-working crew and super smart engineers, the fabrication of bridge panels off-site was one component that helped construction progress quickly.
While crews were preparing the construction site and setting the bridge foundation, large superstructure panels (remember, the superstructure is the top portion of the bridge) were being cast in Helena. Once complete, the 16 panels were transported to the bridge site. Each panel was set into place using a large crane and an industrious crew one by one. Concrete was poured into the gaps between the panels to make one solid concrete surface.
Panels are being cast at the Helena facility.
The panel is set into place at the bridge construction site.
Now that the panels are in place, crews prepare to pour the bridge deck. The bridge deck is the surface of the bridge and one component of the superstructure. Bridge decks can be made of various materials, like steel or wood. In this case, the bridge deck will be concrete. A concrete bridge deck is very durable and can have a lifespan of more than 100 years. This bridge was built to last!
There are still items to be completed before the bridge will be ready for traffic, but MDT and Frontier West are looking forward to sharing this amazing structure with the community very soon.
Speeds are still reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour. Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Seat Belts Save Lives! Buckle Up, Montana.
For many Montanans, Memorial Day weekend kicks off the start of summer travel, culminating with Labor Day weekend. Unfortunately, these summer months can also be some of the deadliest on Montana’s roads due to increased motor vehicle crashes. As part of a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” mobilization running from May 23 through June 5, 2022, law enforcement agencies and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) will be out to educate motorists and enforce Montana’s seat belt law statewide. Before you make plans to travel this Memorial Day weekend, commit to always buckle up before you go, and insist your friends and family do the same. Using your seat belt is your best defense against serious injury or death in the event you’re in a crash. This is a Vision Zero Message from the Montana Department of Transportation. Learn more about the goal of Vision Zero and seat belt safety.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
May 16-20, 2022
Here’s what’s happening on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project for the week of May 16.
If you have driven through the work zone, you have seen the incredible construction progress. The pre-cast bridge panels are in place and the structure looks a lot like a bridge. Frontier West crews are installing deck forms in preparation for pouring the concrete bridge deck. Concrete work is anticipated to begin Wednesday or Thursday.
Speeds are reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour.
You may now watch the progress unfold from the comfort of your home. A project camera is in place and can be accessed 24 hours a day. Check it out on our Project Camera page.
Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
May 9-13, 2022
Here’s what’s happening on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project for the week of May 9.
Frontier West crews have completed substructure work and will begin this week with superstructure construction. Remember, the substructure is the base of the bridge, and the superstructure is the top portion that cars drive on. The superstructure will be constructed with precast panels that were fabricated off-site. Large cranes will be used to place the panels in sections. By the end of next week, this project will look a lot like a bridge!
Grading and preparations for paving are moving forward on the adjacent roadway as well.
Speeds are reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour.
Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
May 2-6, 2022
Here’s what’s happening on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project for the week of May 2.
Frontier West crews are continuing with bridge substructure construction. Remember, the substructure is the base of the bridge. Speeds are reduced through the work zone, and traffic signals are in place at the temporary on-site detour.
Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
April 18-22, 2022
Here is what's happening on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project the week of April 18.
Construction will resume this week after a winter storm moved through the area last week causing delays. Frontier West crews will be driving pile as part of the construction on the bridge substructure. The substructure is the base of the bridge. It supports the upper portion of the bridge and distributes bridge loads down into the footing below ground. Earthwork will also continue on the roadway portion.
Traffic will use the onsite detour and a temporary signals to guide vehicles through the work zone. Drivers are encouraged to plan for possible delays.
Remember the three Ss of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
April 11-15, 2022
April 11-15 is National Work Zone Awareness Week.
WORK ZONE FACTS
- Most work zone crashes are caused by inattentive or distracted drivers.
- Speeding, like driving too fast for conditions, is a leading cause of fatal work zone crashes.
- More work zone crashes occurred in the daytime compared to nighttime.
- Fatal crashes occurred more often during the months of May through September.
- In work zone crashes, it is most often drivers or their passengers that are killed or injured.
Safety is MDT's top priority. You can do your part by remembering to slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays. Thank you for helping MDT and Frontier West ensure that everyone is safe in the work zone!
Here’s what’s happening on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project the week of April 11.
High winds last week caused some delays in placing the large support beams, also called pile, last week. Frontier West crews will be completing the pile installation before beginning construction on the bridge substructure. The substructure is the base of the bridge. It supports the upper portion of the bridge and distributes bridge loads down into the footing below ground.
Traffic will use the onsite detour and a temporary light to guide vehicles through the work zone. Drivers are encouraged to plan for possible delays.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
April 4-8, 2022
Here’s what you can expect on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project the week of April 4.
Creek bed restoration and channel mitigation work is wrapping up. This week, crews will be driving pile as a first major step in the bridge construction. Pile are long steel posts that act as support for the bridge structure.
Traffic is moving on the temporary on-site detour and speeds are reduced through the work zone. Temporary traffic signals have been Installed for construction activities so travelers may experience short delays through the work zone.
Remember the three S's of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at
March 25 – April 1, 2022
Here’s what you can expect on the Denton Bridge Reconstruction project the week of March 28.
Work will be focused on stream restoration. Clean-up from the fire caused more damage to the streambed than anticipated and crews will be conducting stream restoration and bank stabilization activities at the construction site.
Traffic is moving on the temporary on-site detour and speeds are reduced through the work zone. Temporary traffic signals have been Installed for construction activities so travelers may experience short delays through the work zone.
Remember the three S's of work zone safety: speed, space, and stress. Slow down when approaching work zones and follow posted speed limits. Leave adequate braking room between your vehicle and the one ahead of you. Keep your cool, pay attention, and plan for delays.
Text updates are available. To sign up, text DENTONBRIDGE to 41411.
Weekly project updates will continue to be provided every Friday throughout construction. If you have questions, please email Kristine at