Baggs - encampment / WY 70 / lost creek

The Federal Highway Administration awarded Wyoming Department of Transportation $462,180 under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on August 7, 2025, to support transportation infrastructure improvements on Wyoming State Route 70 between Baggs and Encampment. The project encompasses pipe lining work involving stormwater drainage infrastructure, structural improvements, seeding and erosion control measures, traffic control operations, and clearing and grubbing activities along the Lost Creek corridor. This formula grant allocation supports highway preservation and safety improvements on state-maintained transportation corridors in accordance with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act framework.

As the primary state transportation agency, Wyoming Department of Transportation serves as the grantee responsible for project administration, design, and construction oversight. The funded activities align with standard Highway Planning and Construction program eligible uses, which support highway maintenance, safety enhancements, and infrastructure preservation on public roads meeting program requirements. Project completion and financial stewardship comply with applicable federal regulations, including environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act and record retention standards specified in 2 CFR 200.

Project description

Baggs - encampment / WY 70 / lost creek / pipe lining involving stormwater drainage, structure, seeding/erosion control, traffic control and clearing/grubbing work