6/12/2009
Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov
Meridian Road exit from I-84 closed overnight Monday; nighttime lane closures expected Sunday through Wednesday
BOISE - Motorists on Interstate 84 should expect lane and off-ramp closures next week near the Meridian Interchange, the Idaho Transportation Department announced.
- The outside lane of eastbound I-84 (the passing lane, or lane closest to median) will be closed overnight (10 p.m. to 5 a.m.) Sunday (June 14) through Wednesday (June 17).
- The eastbound I-84 off-ramp at Meridian Road will be closed overnight (8 p.m. to 6 a.m.) on Monday (June 15).
Signs will direct motorists to enter and exit I-84 at the Eagle Road Interchange during the off-ramp closure on Monday.
ITD is adding a third east- and westbound lane to I-84 between the Garrity and Meridian interchanges. Motorists can expect slight traffic changes over the next few weeks while the new lanes are paved.
The project is one 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 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.