STATUS UPDATE: The next step in this study is for the Army Corps of Engineers to rule on which of the three remaining routes qualifies as Least Environmentally Damaging Practical Alternative (LEDPA). The route that receives the LEDPA designation is the one for which the Army Corps will issue a permit. MaineDOT sent the permit application and submittal materials to the Army Corps on December 8, 2008; this decision-making process can take up to six months. A 30-day public comment period will be included in the Army Corps process - please watch this website for information on when that will take place and how you can comment. Please call Carol Morris at 329-6502 with questions.

Click here for the MaineDOT Statement on Status of Bypass Decision

Click here for June 2008 update on preliminary recommendation for Bypass Route

Click here for January 2007 update on Close of Public Comment Period