5/8/2020
Bridge repairs temporarily close the New Sweden Rd and Payne Rd I-15 overpasses beginning Monday
IDAHO FALLS - ITD will temporarily close the New Sweden Rd and Payne Rd I-15 overpasses while work is being done to make bridge repairs. These repairs are being completed in order to extend the operational life of the bridges.
As construction begins, the New Sweden Rd bridge will be under construction starting on Monday, May 11 through May 18. Following the New Sweden Rd overpass, the Payne Rd overpass bridge will begin construction May 18 through May 21.
ITD will be doing concrete patch work on the bridge decks along with sealing and other repairs under the bridges.
"This work is being done to repair the existing conditions of the bridges," says ITD Project Manager Derek Noyes, "ITD will continue to rehabilitate and preserve the concrete on the bridge deck to extend the lifespan of the bridges."
While work takes place on these bridges, there will be traffic control setup which will includes intermittent lane reductions on I-15 along with temporary bridge closures during construction.
As construction continues, please plan your commute accordingly during this time. Please drive safely and attentively while driving through work zones and check 511.idaho.gov for current road construction and conditions.