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Great Falls, Mont. – May 1, 2026  –  The River’s Edge Trail and North River Road on the north shore near Black Eagle Dam will be closed Thursday, May 7.

The closures are needed so crews can safely use equipment for work on the Black Eagle Dam Spillway Project.

The project includes installing new support structures and spillway components to strengthen the dam and improve safety.

For more details, visit: https://northwesternenergy.com/about-us/our-projects/black-eagle-dam-spillway-project

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