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4/15/2010

Reed Hollinshead
ITD Communication
208-334-8881
reed.hollinshead@itd.idaho.gov

I-84 Orchard Interchange now open; expect minor restrictions through next week
BOISE - Finishing much earlier than the typical bridge-reconstruction project, traffic was rolling on the newly reconstructed Orchard Interchange late yesterday (April 14) afternoon.

The Idaho Transportation Department project started April 7, 2009. The typical bridge reconstruction lasts about 18 months.

The project added turn lanes, sidewalks and bicycle lanes, expanded the on-and off-ramps and extended a soundwall along I-84.

Roadways around the interchange also were realigned and improved.

Minor construction activities will continue throughout the next couple of weeks. Crews will finish striping, placing signs and other cleanup activities. This will require some lane restrictions on Orchard Street and shoulder closures on the on-and off-ramps.

Most work will be done between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. McAlvain Group of Companies was the contractor for this $15.1 million project. Construction was funded with GARVEE (Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicle) bonds. 
 
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