HELENA — The Montana Department of Transportation planned a new roundabout at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive here in the Helena Valley. MDT says they are expecting an increase in residents in this area over the next 10 years.

"I think if it lowers fatalities, it's worth it,” said Helena Valley resident Isaac Richey.

(Residents give their thoughts on the planned roundabout.) Public invited to learn more about Lincoln Road and Applegate Drive roundabout

That’s one of the major reasons a roundabout was proposed here.

MDT hopes it will cut down on the number of crashes, injuries, and fatalities at this intersection.

According to MDT officials, across the country, roundabouts reduce fatal crashes by 90 percent and injuries from crashes by 75 percent.

“A roundabout

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