8/23/2016
Speed adjustment for Idaho 75 through Timmerman Junction this week
SHOSHONE – A minor change to the length of the 45-mph speed zones on Idaho 75 exiting the intersection with U.S. 20 (Timmerman Junction) is expected this week. The Idaho Transportation Department will transition the speed from 45 mph to 55 mph sooner as a driver heads north or south from the junction.
“We want to emphasize compliance with the 45 mile-per-hour speed limit approaching the intersection, which will remain unchanged,” ITD traffic engineer Bruce Christensen said. “This will allow motorists to speed up after they have safely traveled through the intersection. The speed limit supports safe-driving habits through Timmerman Junction and both north and south of the crossing.”
The current speed limit was put in place in early 2011 following several injury accidents at the junction, along with advanced warning beacons, enhanced warning signs and rumble strips.
ITD will continue to closely monitor traffic statistics at Timmerman Junction and is currently in the midst of a roadway-improvement study to evaluate long-term intersection alternatives. This study is expected to be completed later this year.