Red Grade Road Construction Project Expected to begin Mid-June

The Bighorn National Forest Service is alerting the community to the construction project on Red Grade Road/Big Goose Road 26, expected to begin the week of June 15. 

According to the Forest Service, this is a U.S. Federal Highway Administration and Sheridan County‑led project. During a May 18 preconstruction meeting, officials said they are planning temporary closures during construction.

The following details are subject to change:

• Closures are expected from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

• Equipment and materials have started mobilizing to the project site.

• Surveying is planned to begin around the first week of June.

• Traffic control is expected to be in place the week of June 15.

For information about Forest Service recreation sites and roads off the project, check the Bighorn Motor Vehicle Use Map, email SM.FS.bighorninfo@usda.gov or call 307-674-2600.

The Forest Service invites the community to follow their social media for further alerts on X (@BighornNF) and Facebook (U.S. Forest Service – Bighorn National Forest).