Highway 212 Closed From Crow Agency To Wyoming State Line

UPDATE: January 12 at 10:28 a.m.

Rosebud County Sheriff’s Office and the Montana Department of Transportation have announced that Highway 212 is closed Sunday morning due to severe driving conditions.

Highway 212 closed from Crow Agency to Wyoming state line — Montana DOT

Montana DOT

All sections of the highway, from Crow Agency through Lame Deer, Ashland, Broadus and Hammond are closed.

“The snow is piling up and so were the trucks. Some drivers got a written invite to come back and see the Judge since they didn’t put tire chains on. The snow is supposed to continue falling until it quits,” the Rosebud County Sheriff’s Office said.

The sheriff’s office recommends staying home until the conditions improve.

For those on the Northern Cheyenne reservation, an emergency shelter is open at the Boys and Girls Club is power is lost.

CORRECTION: A previous version of this article identified the US 212 as the Beartooth Highway. That is incorrect as the Beartooth Highway is only a portion of US 212.

POWDER RIVER COUNTY, Mont. – The Powder River County Sheriff’s Office has announced that westbound US Highway 212 is currently closed from Broadus to Ashland. Travelers are advised to find alternate routes as the road remains closed until further notice.

The Montana Department of Transportation and PRCSO will provide updates when the highway reopens. Check 511mt.net for the latest road updates from MDT.

PRCSO reminds drivers that a winter storm advisory is in effect for several areas, including Hysham, Alzada, Hammond, Broadus, Sonnette, Ingomar, Ismay, Volborg, Ekalaka, Forsyth, Angela, Bighorn, Webster, Powderville, Colstrip, Belltower, Biddle, Baker, Miles City, and Plevna.

The advisory warns of snow and blowing snow, with total accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Heavier snowfall is possible over higher hills, with winds gusting up to 45 mph. The most intense snowfall is expected this afternoon and evening.

Roads are expected to become slick and hazardous, with snow-covered surfaces, poor visibility, and gusty winds. Travelers are urged to exercise caution, turn on their lights, and plan for difficult travel conditions.