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Population Growth Sparks $340M Treasure Valley Project By Lori Tobias CEG CORRESPONDENT
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has kicked off a $340 million project on the largest highway in the state. The work is happening over 11 mi. of I-84 in Ada and Canyon Counties, an area known as the Treasure Valley, the population hub of the state. It is the fastest growing area in Idaho, which is the largest growing state in the United States. More than 31 million trips occur on I-84, with two-thirds of those taking place between Ada and Canyon Counties. “It’s all about size,” said Jake Melder, ITD spokesman. “I-84 is just not big enough. Idaho is experiencing unprecedented growth and we’re now finding this Interstate is insufficient to carry the demands we have.” The Interstate is the primary commuter route, and also an important freight route and the lifeblood of Idaho’s agriculture community. The primary work will involve widening the Interstate, adding or modifying existing bridges, overpasses and interchanges. “There is going to be one at Northside that
is kind of a superstructure,” Melder said. “That’s going to be the biggest construction package we put out, and it should be going out in the coming weeks. The overall project includes: Karcher Overpass Specs • 276-ft., 7-in. long bridge • 43-ft. wide • 17-ft. minimum clearance of I-84 below Four interchanges: • Franklin Boulevard Interchange (IC) (Nampa) — minor ramp modifications • Northside Blvd IC — complete rebuild from diamond configuration to single point urban interchange (SPUI) • Karcher/Midland IC — ramp modifications and add a SB lane on bridge • Franklin Road IC (Caldwell) — minor ramp modifications Major bridges over I-84: • Karcher Road Overpass — complete replacement to allow additional I-84 lanes • Middleton Road Overpass — complete replacement to allow additional I-84 lanes • Ustick Road Overpass — complete replacement to allow additional I-84 lanes Major Bridges on I-84 (referenced facilities run under the Interstate): see I-84 page 2
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has kicked off a $340 million project on the largest highway in the state.
The primary work will involve widening the Interstate, adding or modifying existing bridges, overpasses and interchanges.
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Project Brings Relief to Traffic on Major Commuter Route
More than 31 million trips occur on I-84, with two-thirds of those taking place between Ada and Canyon Counties. I-84 from page 1
• Union Pacific Railroad (east of Northside IC) • Mason Creek (west of Franklin Blvd IC) • Linden Street (east of Franklin Road IC) The project is a continuation of an expansion project that got underway a decade ago, but was halted during the recession. Work was able to resume after the state legislature gave IDT the go-ahead to pursue bonding against future federal government funding through the Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicle (GARV). “That mechanism, we think, is going to be a wiser use of
The overall project is expected to continue through 2021 and 2022.
taxpayer funds because construction costs are on the rise,” Melder said. “We’ve been able to get an excellent rate on our bonds and that means getting the work done sooner and getting the work done cheaper. Improved transportation means an improved economy. It’s an excellent way of utilizing taxpayer funds.” One of the big challenges facing work crews is that the Interstate is already congested and at capacity. But ITD has made a commitment to not close lanes during commuting hours. To that end, crews worked last year to create extra wide shoulders where traffic can be shifted during construction.
“A lot of these bridges were built in the ‘60s and most don’t accommodate the additional lanes underneath them, so we’re going to be adding an additional travel lane and an auxiliary lane,” Melder said. “Right now, with the bridge work that is being done and, again why we have these expanded shoulders, we’re able to shift the lanes of travels. The abutment work on ends of bridges is not impactful on traffic. But we do have to have overnight closures, and when we’re setting the bridge deck, we will have to close traffic because we don’t want to be setting over traffic.” The overall project is expected to continue through 2021 and 2022. CEG
The project is a continuation of an expansion project that got underway a decade ago, but was halted during the recession. Work was able to resume after the state legislature gave IDT the go-ahead to pursue bonding against future federal government funding through the Grant Anticipation Revenue Vehicle (GARV).
The Interstate is the primary commuter route, and also an important freight route and the lifeblood of Idaho’s agriculture community.
The work is happening over 11 mi. of I-84 in Ada and Canyon Counties, an area known as the Treasure Valley, the population hub of the state.
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Multi-Year Project Under Way to Improve U.S.-95, ID-53
The current U.S.-95, ID-53 intersection.
Construction is under way on Idaho Highway 53, reducing the highway to one lane, with flaggers on scene, as crews widen the shoulders between U.S.-95 and Ramsey Road. Lane closures are expected during the day for approximately two weeks, and trees west of U.S.-95 also will be removed to accommodate a new alignment for ID-53. This is the beginning of construction to reconfigure several roadways near the current U.S.-95 junctions with ID-53 and Garwood Road north of Hayden, with project completion planned for fall 2021. Work in August includes installation of a temporary signal at ID-53 and Ramsey Road to help with extra traffic during later detours. Signal installation is scheduled to take a week, with intermittent lane closures and flaggers expected in the area. A permanent signal will be placed in 2022 under a differ-
ent project. Following the temporary signal installation, traffic will be detoured in late August as the bridge over the railroad and the new interchange for U.S.-95 and ID-53 are built, with work expected through fall 2020. Traffic on U.S.-95 will not be impacted for the majority of construction, but traffic on ID-53 will be detoured around the bridge and interchange construction to Garwood Road via Old U.S.-95. In 2020 and 2021, frontage roads and an overpass at Garwood Road will be constructed. Total improvements, though not all awarded to contractors, are funded primarily with an estimated $41 million from the GARVEE program and another $13.9 million in federal aid. Email updates are available by subscribing at itdprojects.org/us95id53.
Plan to Build Small Nuclear Reactors in Idaho Advances BOISE, Idaho (AP) A plan to build the nation’s first small modular nuclear reactors to produce commercial power is a step closer. A Utah-based energy cooperative said that it has sales contracts for enough carbon-free power to begin a license application process with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to build the reactors in eastern Idaho. Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems already has agreements with the U.S. Department of Energy to build the reactors at the federal agency's 890-sq.-mi. site that includes the Idaho National Laboratory. A small modular nuclear reactor can produce about 60 megawatts, or enough to power more than 50,000 homes. The proposed project includes 12 small modular reactors. The energy cooperative said it has carbon-free contracts for more than 150 megawatts. Its goal is to begin construction on the reactors in 2023.
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Phaze Explores New Materials When most people think of a commercially structured building, they think of steel and concrete. That makes sense, considering there are plenty of buildings that are created from these materials. Steel and concrete are strong, durable, safe, tried and true. However, even though these materials are most common, they are not the only option. Phaze Concrete explored three unusual, but effective commercial construction materials. While they might be unconventional, they are legitimate, safe, and durable alternatives, according to the company. HempCrete HempCretes are building blocks that are created for construction, which can be used commercially, as well as individually. This is a renewable and strong material source that can be quickly mass-produced. Plus, the strong blocks made by mixing lime and the hemp plant also are exceedingly light, which helps the building process. Bamboo Bamboo cannot replace steel or concrete, but it is an effective replacement for wood. Not only does bamboo give the structure a unique look, but it is also a much more sustainable option. Bamboo is considered an invasive species but it grows back quickly.
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Therefore, it can be harvested without inflicting the same damage to the environment as cutting down trees for construction, according to the company. It has the same effect and can even be treated to have the same look as wood. Hay Bales Hay bales are an excellent source of natural insulation, according to Phaze Concrete. Hay bales used to be the premier choice for insulating homes and buildings, but modernization took over. However, with builders becoming green and energy-efficient, there is a push to return to the old ways. Hay is easy to move, store and create, making it a convenient option. Plus, it does away with the man-made insulation that is created with tiny shards of glass, so it is safer. The only downside to using hay bales for insulation commercially is that it works better in smaller spaces. However, with startups and small businesses becoming a driving force, smaller workspaces are not uncommon. Phaze Concrete understands that not all commercial buildings can use these unusual construction materials. Ultimately, it depends on the regulations of the building area. Yet, these options are still unique and can be used for commercial structures.
Roberts Mtn. Blasting Begins Interstate 5 motorists traveling between Tri City and Winchester can expect intermittent nighttime delays the next three months due to blasting work on Roberts Mountain. Kerr Contractors of Woodburn began blasting work on Roberts Mountain on Interstate 5 on Aug. 13. The work will usually involve one underground detonation a night, sometime between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Excavation may require a handful of blasts each week. Roadside blasting typically produces noise and clouds of dust, but little flying debris. The nearby travel lanes are cleared as a safety precaution. The Roberts Mountain blasting work will enable Kerr to excavate the slope on the west side of I-5 and construct a climbing lane on both the northbound and southbound approaches to the pass. Construction on the $26 million project began this spring and is scheduled to be completed by summer 2021. For more information, visit RobertsMountain.com.
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Study Touts High-Speed Rail Benefits for Pacific Northwest A long-awaited Ultra-High-Speed Ground Transportation Business Case Analysis issued on July 12 claims that an allelectric high-speed rail network linking the major Pacific Northwest cities could cost $24 billion to $42 billion to build while providing between 1.7 million to 3.1 million oneway one to two-hour annual trips at start-up. The exact route and type of ultra-highspeed transportation has not been determined and would require more analysis, the study noted. All trips are expected to include a stop in greater Vancouver, B.C., the Seattle metro area and Portland, Ore., it noted. Some trips also may include additional stops in other cities, the study said, including: Surrey, B.C., and Bellingham, Everett, Bellevue/Redmond, Tukwila, Tacoma, Olympia and Kelso/Longview in Washington, the report noted. According to the study, this ultra-highspeed system is projected to travel at speeds exceeding 200 mph via some form of highspeed rail, magnetic levitation, or hyperloop technology. The all-electric system would be stand-
alone, rather than sharing or relying on existing infrastructure, the report indicated, and would include some elevated tracks and tunnels with no at-grade crossings with roads. The Washington State Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation, put the report together with the Province of British Columbia and Microsoft helping share in the costs. Both studies grew out of ongoing Cascadia Innovation Corridor planning efforts, WSDOT said in a statement — a cross-border coalition bringing together business, academic and government leaders to build a global hub of innovation and commerce in the Pacific Northwest. An advisory committee representing the public, private, and nonprofit sectors from Washington, Oregon and British Columbia, provided input during the year-long technical analysis as well, WSDOT noted, with consulting firm WSP along with Steer Davies Gleave, EnviroIssues, Paladin Partners and Transportation Solutions helping complete the final draft.
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