MDT to begin wetland mitigation project near Mission

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), along with construction partner Rehbein Enterprises, began wetland mitigation work the week of Oct. 7 on MDT-owned property located south of St. Ignatius.

The 60-acre parcel is north of Repass Trail and is bordered by tribally-owned and privately-held lands.

The project will be conducted in two phases, with the first phase slated for completion this fall, and the second phase resuming in 2025.

According to a press release, MDT attempts to avoid impacting wetlands and aquatic resources. However, when such impacts are “unavoidable,” the department works to replace these resources from established wetland and stream sites by providing “compensatory mitigation” in compliance with federal, state and tribal regulations.

For more information on MDT's Wetland Mitigation Program, visit https://www.mdt.mt.gov/.

Call Joan Redeen at 406-396-1978 with any questions or comments.