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About

Construction on the Medora Business Loop and City Section project began in fall 2024 and was officially completed in June 2026. The NDDOT worked closely with city officials, local business owners, and the public to develop a traffic solution that benefits the entire community. The infrastructure enhancements improve safety, traffic flow, and pedestrian access along Pacific Avenue (I-94 Business Loop) between exits 24 and 27. The improvements are vital as Medora opens the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and prepares for the additional traffic it will bring to the city.

Key features of the project included:  

  • Roundabout installation to improve traffic flow at Pacific Avenue and Chateau Road.
  • Bridge widening to expand the Little Missouri River bridge including a left-turn lane and a shared-use path.
  • Roadway upgrades, including fresh pavement along Pacific Avenue from I-94 Exits 24 to 27, decorative lighting and landscaped medians in select areas.
  • Pedestrian accessibility and ADA enhancements, including new crosswalks and upgraded pedestrian ramps.
  • Chateau Road reconstruction, including a shared-use path, new signage, a center turn lane and other roadway upgrades.

Project Updates

Construction on the Medora Business Loop and City Section project concluded in June 2026.

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Estimated Cost

$28.4 Million

Estimated Completion

Summer 2026

Areas Impacted

Pacific Avenue
I-94 Business Loop
Chateau Road

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A map showing sections of Medora impacted by this construction project
A map showing sections of Medora impacted by this construction project

Contacts

Company & Title
Transportation Construction Administrator, NDDOT
Email
hbrew@nd.gov
Name
Heather Brew

Alternative Contact

Company & Title
Project Engineer, Civil Science
Email
mnjos@civilscience.com
Name
Mike Njos