The Lolo National Forest, in partnership with the Clark Fork Coalition, will begin a stream improvement project on Forest Road 699 above the Lee Creek Campground this summer. The project will result in the temporary closure of Road 699 above the Lee Creek campground from July 7^th through September 30^th to allow for the replacement of three culverts on Lee Creek Road. 

Existing under sized culverts will be replaced with Aquatic Organism Passage (AOP) structures, which are designed to improve fish passage and restore natural stream function. This project will improve aquatic habitat and enhance long-term stream health in the upper Lolo Creek watershed.

Access to Lee Creek Campground will remain open and unaffected throughout the duration of the project. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and respect posted signage and closures for their safety and the protection of ongoing work.

Forest visitors should anticipate construction activity in the area and plan for alternate routes if traveling beyond the Lee Creek Campground.

For more information and updates, please visit the Lolo National Forest website www.fs.usda.gov/r01/lolo or contact the Missoula Ranger District at 406-329-3814

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