11/14/2018
Community invited to review recommended improvements to American Falls intersection at Nov. 15 workshop
AMERICAN FALLS – The Idaho Transportation Department will host a Nov. 15 workshop to present recommended improvements to the intersection of Pocatello Avenue (I-86B) and State Highway 39 in American Falls. All community members are invited to attend.
The workshop will include two identical sessions from 4-5 p.m. and from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the American Falls Public Library (308 Roosevelt St. in American Falls). Community members are encouraged to attend at the time that is most convenient for them. Presentations will begin promptly at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by discussions in small groups.
ITD evaluated several alternatives to improve traffic operations and safety at the intersection, which serves a busy trucking route and the community of American Falls. Community members suggested several improvements during workshops in March and July.
“Participation at the March and July workshops was outstanding and we received many helpful comments,” said ITD Engineering Manager Dan Harelson. “We have carefully considered these issues in the recommended design and we encourage community members to stay involved throughout the process.”
The recommended design will address issues such as traffic capacity, delays, safety, right-of-way needs, cost and community input. Construction at the intersection is expected to begin in 2021.
For more information, visit itdprojects.org/projects/pocatelloave_i86b.