A reality based independent journal of observation & analysis, serving the Flathead Valley & Montana since 2006. © James Conner.

10 July 2016

Bridge beams and other westside bypass matters

Beams are being placed for the Two Mile bridge over the westside bypass, and streetlights to illuminate the on and off ramps at Three Mile Drive stand tall along the roadbed. I strongly suspect this will result in light pollution.

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The bypass from Three Mile Drive to Two Mile Drive.


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The bridge at Two Mile under construction.


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I-beams in place on the western side of the Two Mile bridge.


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Lights are in place for northbound motorists approaching the exits and on-ramps at Three Mile Drive. On weekends, this section of the project can be walked safely, but not legally.


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North from the west end of the bridge at Three Mile Drive. There is still no safety rail at the northwest and southeast corners of the bridge, which is open to pedestrian traffic.