2/4/2009
Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov
Daytime traffic delays expected Thursday at the Franklin Boulevard Interchange in Nampa
BOISE - Traffic signals will be turned off and flaggers will direct traffic on Franklin Boulevard Interchange in Nampa on Thursday (Feb. 5). The Idaho Transportation Department will be working on traffic signals as part of the Franklin Boulevard Bridge project in Nampa.
Traffic signals on the overpass will be turned off from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Flaggers direct traffic entering and exiting I-84.
The Franklin Boulevard Bridge project is expected to be complete early this summer and will allow future widening on I-84.
Concrete Placing Company Inc. of Boise is the contractor for this $3.1 million project.
Improvements to I-84 between Franklin and Garrity will depend on future funding through the GARVEE Transportation Program. The program 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.