8/1/2007
I-84 Interchange at South Jerome closed Friday
SHOSHONE - Access to the westbound exit and entrance to Interstate 84 at the South Jerome interchange will be closed Friday as construction crews pave through the temporary on- and off-ramps, the Idaho Transportation Department announced.
The westbound on- and off-ramps at milepost 168, will be closed from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. as the paving project moves forward on the interstate through the area. Traffic destined for Jerome should use the West Jerome Interchange, exit 165.
Interstate 84 is reduced from four to two lanes between mileposts 167 and 172 and is open to two-way traffic in the eastbound lanes only during this stage of construction.
A maximum width of 14 feet remains in effect through the construction zone and the speed limit is reduced to 65 mph. Delays of 10-15 minutes can be expected. The Jerome Rest Area remains closed during construction.
The project is expected to be completed by September.
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