Black Avenue Stormwater Improvements Project

This summer, the City of Bozeman will continue upgrades to the century-old storm drain system in the downtown area. The existing infrastructure along Black Avenue is significantly undersized and deteriorated, requiring full replacement.

Project Details:

The City has contracted CK May Excavating to remove and replace storm drain and sewer infrastructure along Black Avenue, from Main Street to Babcock Street.

Construction Schedule (estimated, dates and times can vary):

Traffic Impacts

Week of 7/7

• S Black Ave will be closed from Babcock St to Olive St
• E Babcock St will be closed at the Black Avenue Intersection, no through traffic on Babcock St from Tracy Ave to Bozeman Ave.

Planned Work

Week of 7/7:

• Continue storm main installation up to and through Babcock St
• Continue sewer main installation through Babcock intersection
• Fill trenches in Black Ave with road mix between Main St and Babcock St and trenches in Babcock with flowable fill up to grade.

Important Notes:

• Access to local businesses will be maintained throughout the project.
• Sidewalk access will remain open but may be limited in certain areas for pedestrian safety.

Project Contacts:

• CK May Excavating: 406-388-0015, info@ckmayexcavating.com
• City of Bozeman – Karl Johnson: 406-451-1693, kajohnson@bozeman.net

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