7/11/2008
Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov
Nighttime lane closure on eastbound I-84 begins Sunday (July 13) west of Ten Mile Overpass
BOISE - Eastbound I-84 will be reduced to one lane at night between the Meridian Road Interchange and Ten Mile Road Overpass from Sunday (July 13) to Tuesday (July 15), the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) announced.
The inside lane of eastbound I-84 will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. The closure will allow crews to repair the roadway as part of the I-84, Garrity to Meridian widening project.
The I-84, Garrity to Meridian project will result in six lanes and a solid median barrier between the Garrity and Meridian interchanges. Construction began last month and is expected to be complete in 2010.
The speed limit is reduced to 55 mph and highway shoulders are closed in the Garrity to Meridian project area.
The I-84, Garrity to Meridian project is part of a series of improvements in the GARVEE Transportation Program, which uses Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicle (GARVEE) bonds to expedite interstate improvements.
ITD and the Idaho State Police warn motorists to slow down and pay attention when driving in work zones, where increased speeding fines and other penalties apply. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and dial 5-1-1 or visit 511.idaho.gov for information on the state highway or interstate system.