8/19/2014
Gooding signal to be activated today
GOODING – The new signal at the south end of Gooding, at the junction of U.S. 26 and Idaho 46, is expected to be activated today (Tuesday, Aug. 19), the Idaho Transportation Department announced. Crews had planned to test the system throughout the day.
The signal will be activated and will undergo testing for timing during the day Tuesday and, barring any issues, will continue operation. The signal will operate under a timed setting until the traffic-detection system is fully operational, expected by Aug. 28. Drivers are reminded to pay close attention to the signal, especially until they become accustomed to the new device.
In addition to the new signal, the intersection includes several improvements, including a free-running right turn for northbound traffic on the southeast corner of the intersection, an improved stormwater collection and retention system, ADA-compliant and enhanced crosswalks with pedestrian crossing signals in each corner, and a repaved roadway.
The signal also will feature the Flashing Yellow Arrow (FYA) traffic signal for all four directions. The FYA traffic signals, which includes a flashing yellow arrow when turning drivers should yield to oncoming traffic and proceed with caution, are becoming commonplace throughout Idaho as a way of managing traffic more efficiently and safely at intersections.
Western Construction Inc., of Boise, is the contractor for the $729,615 project.