Deadwood Box Corridor Study

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Notice of Public Meeting Open House and Visual Impacts Assessment (VIA)

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023
Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mountain Time
Place: Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center
150 Sherman St.
Deadwood, SD 57732

Alert: We are currently accepting input on a Visual Impacts Assessment (VIA) process. The VIA is being completed to assess potential visual changes as a result of build alternatives. Visit the Resources page to view the Public Comment Form.

The Deadwood Box is a concrete box / bridge that supports Highways 14A & 85 and carries Whitewood Creek beneath the highway.

This study will evaluate alternate options for the replacement of the structure and roadway corridor. This is an important undertaking to replace the aging structure while accommodating the traveling public and protecting the City of Deadwood’s rich history.

Study Area

Like most buried treasure or hidden infrastructure, Deadwood community members and visitors will likely be surprised to learn there is a structure underneath US14A/US85 carrying Whitewood Creek from Pine Street to the vicinity of Tin Lizzie Casino. This map illustrates the area where the box currently sits.

A project this significant to the City of Deadwood requires a lot of planning. A Study Advisory Team will work closely with the public to develop a comprehensive plan. The study area is outlined on this map.

Map showing the study area and current Deadwood box

Get Involved

As we begin this undertaking, it is important to get input from those who know Deadwood best, YOU!

Opportunites include virtual public meetings, adding notes to the online comment map, and connecting through email. In-person meetings will begin once physical distancing recommendations are relaxed.

Timeline

2020

Public Meeting #1 July

Concept Development & Analysis August until March 2021

Traffic Data Collection August

Draft of Environmental Scan Report November

2021

Public Meeting #2 January

Stakeholder Meetings April

Refine Build Alternatives & Environmental Study March to November

Environmental Document Public Meeting #3 December

2022

Study Complete February

2026 Construction (tentative)