Eagle Rd./ID-44 Intersection Reconstruction Update

RECONSTRUCTION STARTS MONDAY!

Motorists are encouraged to slow down, watch for crews, and pay attention in this work zone, Nearby businesses and residents may experience loud noise from construction equipment, vibration, and bright light from the work zone.

“The new design does require drivers to pay attention and think ahead, especially on Idaho Highway 44,” said Tyler Coy, ITD Project Manager. “I encourage everyone to learn more about how it works by watching the video during and after construction. When we’re done, there will be overhead signs guiding traffic to the right place. It’s really important people drive attentively.”

The Idaho Transportation Department will begin construction of a half continuous flow intersection (CFI) Feb. 22, weather permitting.

Connecting two major highways in the Treasure Valley, more than 70,000 vehicles travel through this intersection every day.

The half CFI design improves safety and reduces congestion all within a relatively small footprint. Following rigorous analysis of current and future needs, ITD found the CFI achieves acceptable service compared to significantly more expensive treatments, such as a grade-separated interchange.

Across the nation, CFIs have a proven track record of increased efficiency and safety. This will be the first CFI constructed in Idaho. ITD encourages the public to learn how to navigate through the intersection by watching and sharing the explainer video below.

Construction is expected to be complete in early fall 2021.

The total project budget is $8.9M. Knife River is the contractor for construction.

Most work will occur between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. to minimize impacts to motorists.

How do you navigate a half CFI?

Check out this video to see how to drive through the new intersection:

ID-44, Eagle Road Half-CFI Drive through

Pedestrians and cyclists will be able to walk and ride through the intersection safely during and after construction.

To learn more about how this new intersection works and sign up for construction updates, visit the project website

Questions? Email the project team: Eagle44CFI@itd.idaho.gov

Example similar half CFI

itdprojects.org/Eagle44CFI