7/2/2009
U.S. 93 road closure to be extended to mid-July
SHOSHONE - U.S. 93 between Richfield and Carey will continue to be closed for the next two weeks, the Idaho Transportation Department announced. Road conditions that caused the closure in that section of highway have continued to hamper reconstruction efforts, causing extension of the closure.
Due to heavy moisture and soil conditions in the construction zone, the section of road between mileposts 187 and 189 was closed on June 22 to restore a safe driving surface.
Material relocation and roadway stabilization efforts continue, but extension of the closure will ensure a safe and stable condition when the roadway reopens after July 19.
The reconstruction is part of a larger road rehabilitation project from the north end of Richfield to the intersection with Pagari Road (milepost 182 to 189). While the road is closed, road work will extend through the entire construction zone.
Drivers should be prepared to use alternate routes to destinations near the construction zone. Through traffic should use the alternate route of U.S. 20 and Idaho 75 between Carey and Shoshone.
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.