6/4/2010
Heavy, persistent rain causing flooding issues on several highways in southwest Idaho
BOISE - Several state highways in Valley, Adams and
Washington counties are experiencing washouts, mudslides and debris deposits
under bridges. Idaho Transportation Department crews are on site attempting
repairs and monitoring the situations.
Below is a status report, as of 3:15 p.m. For the latest reports on highway
conditions, restrictions and closures, go to 511.idaho.gov or call 511.
Idaho 55
- High water in Goose Creek next to Idaho 55
north of New Meadows created shoulder washouts in three locations. Because
of heavy rain and saturated soils, the fill material being placed to
repair the washouts is not holding. Two lanes of traffic are open, and
caution signs are in place.
Idaho 71
- High water in Brownlee Creek, northwest of Cambridge, created a minor shoulder washout next to Idaho
71. The creek is threatening to flood the
highway at multiple locations. The highway currently is open.
U.S. 95
- A logjam was cleared late Thursday night
below the U.S. 95 Weiser River Bridge near Cambridge.
- High water in Cottonwood Creek, about
three miles south of Council, is creating minor flooding on U.S. 95. One
lane of traffic is open. Flaggers are directing traffic.
- High water in the Little Salmon River,
about 13 miles south of Riggins, is threatening to flood the highway. Both
lanes of traffic are open.
ITD advises motorists to use
caution and travel in the affected areas only if necessary until conditions
improve. For the latest reports on highway closures and restrictions, visit
511.idaho.gov or call 511 from telephones within Idaho.