Idaho Transportation Department slates workshop

American Falls area residents will have two opportunities to discuss improvements to the intersection of Pocatello Avenue (I-86B) and Idaho Highway 39.

The Idaho Transportation Department will host a public workshop July 17 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the American Falls Public Library. Two identical sessions are set at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by table discussions. The presentations will focus on improvements suggested by the public during earlier meetings in March.

A number of alternatives are being considered to improve traffic safety at the intersection, which serves a busy trucking route and the community.

“Participation at the March workshop was outstanding and we received many helpful comments,” said ITD Engineering Manager Dan Harelson. “We are encouraging community members to stay involved throughout the process.”

Potential designs will be evaluated based on public input, safety, delay times, right-of-way needs, cost, and other factors. Construction at the intersection is expected to begin in 2021.

You can find specific details here.