5/22/2009
Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov
Weekly GARVEE southwest Idaho highway construction report for May 22-29
BOISE - The following projects are part of the GARVEE Transportation Program in southwest Idaho, which uses funds from Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicle (GARVEE) bonds to expedite highway projects.
BOISE - Interstate 84 Orchard Street Interchange
Motorists can continue to expect north- and southbound lanes on Orchard Street to be shifted slightly west.
Shifting traffic allows all five lanes to stay open during most of construction on the Orchard Interchange.
The speed limit on I-84 is 55 mph and shoulders are restricted in the project area. The speed limit on surrounding roadways (Orchard Street, Wright Street, Victory Road) is 25 mph in the project vicinity.
ITD advises motorists to be cautious of these trucks and equipment.
The project is expected to be complete in spring of 2010.
McAlvain Group of Companies, Inc. of Boise is the contractor for this $15.1 million project.
WEST TREASURE VALLEY - Interstate 84, Garrity to Meridian widening
Motorists are advised that east- and westbound lanes on I-84 will be closed from:
- 10 p.m. Tuesday (May 26) to 5 a.m. Wednesday (May 27)
- 10 p.m. Wednesday (May 27) to 5 a.m. Thursday (May 28)
Motorists are also advised to use caution when heading westbound on I-84 near the Meridian Bridge. Construction trucks will be merging with traffic in this area.
The project is expected to be complete in late 2009. The transportation department reminds motorists to use extra caution while traveling in the area.
The I-84 speed limit is 55 mph.
ITD and the Idaho State Police caution 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.