12/18/2009
Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov
Southwest Idaho highway construction report for Dec. 18-25
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
Work continues on a project to reconstruct the Orchard Street Interchange
in Boise.
From 7
a.m. until noon on Wednesday (Dec. 23), one northbound lane will be closed on
the Orchard Street bridge that spans I-84. Crews are working on the new bridge
deck. The work is weather dependent.
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. ITD advises motorists to be cautious of trucks and equipment.
Construction
is expected to be complete in spring 2010.
BOISE - Interstate
84, Vista Avenue Interchange Reconstruction*
Work is under way to rebuild the Vista Avenue Interchange to
reduce congestion and accommodate future I-84 lanes.
Eastbound I-84 will be closed tonight (Dec. 18) from 10 p.m.
to 5 a.m. for girder placement. Flaggers will direct traffic to exit and
re-enter I-84 using the off-and on-ramps.
Westbound I-84 will be closed Sunday and Monday (Dec. 20 and
21) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night while crews place girders. Flaggers will
direct traffic to exit and re-enter I-84 using the off-and on-ramps.
This work is weather dependent.
The speed limit on I-84 is 55 mph. Watch for trucks entering
and exiting the construction zone.
Construction is expected to be complete in fall 2010.
* Design for the project was funded by GARVEE, but project construction is funded through the federal stimulus program, created to generate jobs and help boost Idaho's economy while upgrading our foundation for future economic growth.
BOISE - Interstate
84, Cole Road to Broadway Avenue widening
ITD is rebuilding and widening east- and westbound I-84 between the Cole and Broadway interchanges in Boise. When complete, the interstate will have four lanes in each direction.
Drivers should expect intermittent east- and westbound lane closures tonight (Dec. 18) through Sunday (Dec. 20) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night.
The speed limit is 55 mph in the project area on I-84.
This project is expected to be complete in summer 2011.
WEST TREASURE VALLEY - Interstate 84,
Garrity to Meridian widening
ITD has added a third east- and westbound lane to I-84
between Nampa and Meridian.
Between Black Cat and Ten Mile roads, the third lane will
remain closed until spring 2010 during work on the Ten Mile Interchange.
The I-84
speed limit is 55 mph during construction.
MERIDIAN - Interstate 84, Ten Mile
Interchange construction
Work continues on a project to replace the current Ten Mile
Overpass with an interchange with on- and off-ramps. This project includes
widening Ten Mile Road and constructing two undercrossings for local roads
north and south of I-84.
Ten Mile Road is closed between Franklin and Overland roads
until summer 2011. Alternate routes have been posted on itd.idaho.gov to guide
motorists around the closure. Signs are posted near Ten Mile Road.
Daily pile driving continues throughout the month of
December. Pile driving hours are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Work will be done six days
each week at the site of the future Ten Mile Interchange. There will be no pile
driving on Christmas Day. This is the final location for pile driving.
The speed limit has been reduced to 35 mph on Ten Mile Road
between Franklin and Overland roads. Motorists should watch for trucks
traveling in the area.
Construction is expected to be complete in summer 2011.
In
addition, this GARVEE project will begin soon:
NAMPA - Interstate 84, Garrity Interchange Bridge reconstruction
ITD will replace two bridges in the Garrity Interchange with a single, wider bridge to support additional lanes on the interstate. The project will construct a third east- and westbound lane on I-84 through the Garrity Interchange.
ITD
is contacting local businesses, local jurisdictions and organizations
in advance of the project, as well as planning a meeting later in December with local emergency responders (fire, police, etc.) in
preparation for traffic changes.
Est. Start: Early January 2010
Est. Completion: Summer 2011
Following is an update on non-GARVEE state highway construction projects in southwest Idaho.
WEISER - Snake
River Bridge replacement
The Snake River Bridge on the U.S. 95 Spur in Weiser is being replaced with a
wider structure. The bridge connects Annex, Ore., to Weiser.
New curb, gutter and sidewalks are being reconstructed on the Idaho side of the bridge.
The speed limit is reduced to 25 mph on the Oregon side of the bridge.
Sletten Construction of Boise is the contractor on this $10 million project. The project may extend into spring 2010.
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.