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Infrastructure
ITD plans to tear down historic Rainbow bridge
The Rainbow Bridge is an icon of Idaho. It appears on postcards, paintings, and in memories.
The Idaho Transportation Department says it is time to...
Meridian/W Ada
Tax levy, transportation, and more: Simison hones in on key issues in State of the City
According to Meridian Mayor Robert Simison, the state of the city is “stable” despite facing challenges.
On Wednesday, Simison spoke to the public and local...
Infrastructure
Senate turns down ITD budget over requirement that ACHD widen Linder Road
One of the Gem State's budgets got sent back to the drawing board as the 2025 Idaho Legislative session would typically be nearing its...
Transportation
ITD to upgrade some pedestrian ramps on three Boise roads after updates were left off resurfacing project
Pedestrian ramps on three major thoroughfares in Boise and Garden City are being replaced after a consultant found nearly 100 were left uncompliant during...
Boise N
Estimate to fix flooded ITD HQ nearly double what legislature budgeted when it killed sale (Photos)
If you thought the Idaho Transportation Department headquarters wasn't going to be a topic during the 2025 legislative session, think again.
On Thursday, the...
Retail
‘Tight spot’: Valley Co. city could get second gas station on 55, with restrictions
A new Circle K gas station would be built along Idaho 55 in Donnelly under plans approved Monday night by the Donnelly City Council.
The...
Public Facility
You Asked: What is the DocuSign Fan Club from the Adopt a Highway sign?
You've probably made the drive between Boise and McCall at least once.
The 100-or-so miles have distinct zones. If you're heading north, you've got to...
Boise Downtown
Ad firm, Ford launch guerrilla ad stunt in Boise. ACHD concerned it could cause car crashes
A national ad firm working to get buzz for its client's cars has road crews spending time removing signs amid concerns about safety issues.
The...
Boise N
‘Back of the napkin’: Cost to renovate ITD State St. still not known as state awaits bids from contractors
The question of whether or not to sell the ITD headquarters on State Street kept legislators late into the night at the Idaho State...
Infrastructure
You Asked: Why are crews replacing part of just-finished Idaho 55 Smiths Ferry project?
Some divers caught in long traffic backups on Idaho 55 recently might have thought the project to widen the road north of Smiths Ferry...
Boise Downtown
Legislature budget committee moves to stop ITD HQ sale, spend $32 million to rehab building instead
The Idaho Legislature is taking another step toward disrupting the long-planned sale of the 44-acre Idaho Transportation Department headquarters property.
On Friday, the Joint...
Infrastructure
ITD planning new lane on I-84 between Meridian & Eagle exits
The Idaho Transporation Department is planning a project to lessen traffic during the morning commute along a section of I-84 in Meridian.
Drivers merging eastbound...
Boise Downtown
‘It’s a bad idea’: Legislation aims to disrupt sale of old ITD campus
The distinctive turquoise, mid-century Phillip E. Batt building on State Street has been sitting empty for the past two years in anticipation of demolition...
Infrastructure
ICYMI: Skipping McCall: Federal grant could boost effort to reroute Idaho 55
The City of McCall and the Idaho Transportation Dept. will get some cash to work on the design of the state highway in and...
For Sale
State picks a winning bidder for large old ITD campus. Plan for site not yet clear
The State of Idaho has found a buyer for the Idaho Transportation Department campus on State Street.
The Department of Administration announced on Monday that...
Infrastructure
‘Seriously disappointing’: ITD proposes ‘safe speed signs’ on Eagle Rd., but Meridian officials want limit lowered
Idahoans are familiar with so-called safe speed signs. But now the Idaho Transportation Department is proposing 45 MPH safe speed signs on Eagle Road,...
Infrastructure
Skipping McCall: Federal grant could boost effort to reroute Idaho 55
The City of McCall and the Idaho Transportation Dept. will get some cash to work on the design of the state highway in and...
Infrastructure
Federally-funded electric vehicle charging stations could come to three Idaho cities
Several cities in Idaho are being considered to receive national funding for electric vehicle charging stations.
The areas being evaluated are Lewiston, Pocatello and Bliss....
Boise Downtown
‘Once in a lifetime’: Old ITD campus near downtown hits the market, with redevelopment possible
A large, high-profile piece of property near Downtown Boise just hit the market -- and the ultimate buyer will have a chance to revamp...
Infrastructure
Years-long fight over 5th St., 6th St. boils over again in contentious meeting: ‘inappropriate,’ bamboozling,’ ‘inconsistencies’
A years-long disagreement over 5th St. and 6th St. in Downtown Boise boiled over again Wednesday night.
Last week, during a joint meeting of the...
Canyon County
Big changes to key 2C route: ITD looks for public input on Karcher Rd. & interchange
The Idaho Transportation Department is inviting the community to learn more about two road projects in Canyon County.
One of the projects is centered around...
Infrastructure
Note from Don: ITD replied to Little’s demand for info on our Idaho 55 story. It misrepresented our work & attempts to get comment
As BoiseDev reported yesterday, Idaho Gov. Brad Little demanded a report from the Idaho Transportation Department in response to our reporting on safety in...
Infrastructure
ICYMI 2021: Growth brings increased complaints about traffic. But cities like Meridian say they can’t just stop new construction
Originally published November 10, 2021.
Like many cities in the Treasure Valley, the City of Meridian has seen significant growth. According to the U.S. Census,...
Infrastructure
Growth brings increased complaints about traffic. But cities like Meridian say they can’t just stop new construction
Like many cities in the Treasure Valley, the City of Meridian has seen significant growth. According to the U.S. Census, in 2010, Meridian had...
Infrastructure
Road construction season: Another project will slow that trip to McCall
Starting next week, you can expect delays when driving on Highway 55 between Donnelly and McCall. Crews with the Idaho Transportation Department will work...
Construction
Closed by rockslide, Idaho 55 will reopen during limited hours
More than a week after a rockslide forced Idaho Highway 55 to close, the key route will partially reopen.
Starting Wednesday, there will be one...
Construction
Highway 55 shuts down due to rockfall near Smiths Ferry
You can't drive 55, for now -- as Idaho 55 remains closed in both directions, and crews say the area remains dangerous after a...
Construction
Prepare for closures, delays: construction on main route to McCall to restart
If you’re traveling from Boise to McCall on Highway 55 be prepared for considerable traffic delays.
Last year, the Idaho Transportation Department started...
Garden City
ITD asks for input on changes to busy Glenwood Street in Garden City
As Garden City continues to grow, The Idaho Department of Transportation and the city are working to make improvements to Idaho Highway 44, also...
Boise BSU/Broadway
The new-ish Broadway bridge had problems. Here’s an update on repairs
Last year, BoiseDev reported on a pair of problems with the Broadway Bridge in Boise.
The project cost $20 million in 2016, but problems with...
Valley Lookout
Bypassing McCall? City, ITD to consider rerouting Idaho 55
The McCall Star-News reports the City of McCall voted to study rerouting Idaho Highway 55 away from its downtown.
The paper said McCall city leaders...
Boise BSU/Broadway
Corroded Broadway Bridge project rail triggers suit; BoiseDev uncovers another problem
The Broadway bridge over the Boise River opened two years ago this month. But problems are springing up with the project - prompting tests,...