Island Park traffic signal delayed after construction snag

ISLAND PARK, Idaho (KIFI)— The installation of a new traffic signal in Island Park is being delayed until later this year.

Originally planned to be complete by the end of May, the foundations for the signal structure were poured last fall using a manufacturer's template designed to ensure the poles and bolts fit correctly. Earlier this week, crews discovered the fit was incorrect, forcing work to stop.

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According to ITD, modifications now need to be made before installation can continue, and it estimates it will take about one month for new components to be fabricated and delivered before crews can resume work on the signal.

“Infrastructure construction means meeting and overcoming challenges every day,” District Engineer Jason Minzghor said. “We’re grateful for good partners and crews with the expertise to find and execute solutions.”

Traffic along U.S. Highway 20 through Island Park will continue to flow normally, with no construction planned in the coming weeks. ITD said it will provide updates once work resumes and additional traffic impacts are expected.

Drivers can find statewide traffic impacts and construction updates on the Idaho 511 app or at Idaho 511 online.