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Recent News About Idaho Transportation Department
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New lane construction on SH-53 in Rathdrum aims to reduce congestion
Crews are set to return to Rathdrum next week to commence construction on State Highway 53 near the intersection with State Highway 41, located north of the railroad tracks.
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U.S. Highway 95 improvement work resumes; completion expected in 2025
Construction on the new segment of U.S. Highway 95 between Moscow and Thorn Creek Road is set to resume this week.
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Idaho Transportation Department announces closures for I-84 in Nampa for traffic shift
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to close Interstate 84 near the Karcher Interchange in Nampa beginning this weekend.
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Caldwell's 10th Avenue closes Saturday for bridge construction
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced a temporary closure of 10th Avenue in Caldwell this Saturday.
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Public invited to review I-90/US-95 interchange redesign
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to hold an open house in Coeur d’Alene next week, aiming to present and discuss the proposed redesign of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 95 Interchange.
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Spring road restrictions take effect on North Idaho highways
Sections of certain state highways in Boundary County, North Idaho, will be subject to weight and speed restrictions starting at 6 a.m. tomorrow due to warming regional weather trends.
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Idaho Transportation Department launches new incident response program in North Idaho
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is set to launch a new Incident Response Vehicle (IRV) program next week, aimed at assisting drivers along key corridors in North Idaho.
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Traffic changes ahead as I-90 bridge reconstruction begins near Cataldo
Starting next week, drivers on Interstate 90 near Cataldo will experience traffic changes as work begins to reconstruct the bridges over the Coeur d’Alene River.
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Idaho Transportation Department seeks public input on US-91 improvement plans
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will hold an open house on March 6 to discuss plans for improvements to U.S. Highway 91, stretching from Siphon Road to Reservation Road.
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Idaho taps National Guard for snowplow driver shortage solution
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is addressing a persistent shortage of snowplow drivers with Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) by proposing a collaboration with the Idaho National Guard.
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I-15 reconstruction in Inkom begins with bridge replacements and detours
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and Wadsworth Brothers Construction are set to begin reconstruction work on Interstate 15 at Inkom.
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Right turn restrictions implemented at I-15 Stoddard Creek exit due to repairs
The Idaho Transportation Department is carrying out repairs on the Stoddard Creek Bridge at Exit 184 on Interstate 15.
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Idaho closes part of US-20 temporarily for snow removal
In response to the forecast of more snow in the region, the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced a temporary closure of U.S. Highway 20 from Anderson Dam Road to Hill City.
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Dry Creek Bridge design plans shared by Idaho Transportation Department
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) will host a community open house on February 18 to present updated design plans for the replacement of the Dry Creek Bridge on U.S. Highway 30.
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Authorities urge safe use of US-95 Aht’Wy Interchange
The Nez Perce Tribal Police, supported by the Idaho State Police (ISP) and the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), are advising drivers to adhere to posted signs and utilize the Aht’Wy Interchange on U.S. Highway 95 near the Clearwater River...
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Pleasant View Road closure planned as part of interchange construction
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced the upcoming closure of Pleasant View Road between State Highway 53 and Prairie Avenue, expected to begin in early March.
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New camera system aids Idaho snowplow operators in monitoring salt levels
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has seen an innovative development in snowplow operations thanks to Skylerr Valentine, a plow operator.
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ITD introduces AI chatbot for Construction & Materials division
In an effort to enhance efficiency and streamline processes, Mike Copeland from ITD's Construction & Materials division has introduced a new AI chatbot.
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Idaho Transportation Department announces open house for US-30 Business Loop improvements
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced an open house event for public engagement regarding the preliminary design features aimed at improving traffic flow on the U.S. Highway 30 Business Loop in Burley.
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Public Issue Tracker transforms service delivery at Idaho Transportation Department
When Jeremy K. Wickard joined the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) in July 2019, he brought extensive experience, including his time as an IT technician at state prisons.