3/27/2018
Westbound I-84 construction between Kimberly/Hansen and Ridgeway Road exits starts April 2
SHOSHONE---The week of April 2, pavement rehabilitation is expected to begin in eastern Jerome County along the westbound lanes of Interstate 84 between the exits at Kimberly/Hansen (Exit 182) and Ridgeway Road (Exit 194). This is part of a 12-mile reconstruction project anticipated to last through mid-November.
During construction, traffic on I-84 will be reduced to one lane in each direction and some ramp closures will occur. Drivers should expect reduced speeds throughout the project and watch for crews during working hours - Monday through Saturday, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Additionally, six I-84 westbound on- and off-ramps will be reconstructed throughout the boundaries of the project. Crews will also hydroblast and overlay bridge decks, replace existing pipes throughout the work zone with treated pipes that increase water flow and are longer-lasting, and excavate dirt below the overpasses to increase overhead clearance by as much as two feet.
Knife River Corp. Northwest from Boise is the contractor for this $23 million project.
Drivers are advised to check 511.idaho.gov for updates during construction.