Idaho Transportation Department

U.S. 95, Payette River Bridge, South of Payette

Project Facts

Key number: 02842
Project number: BRF-3112(050)

Project Facts

This project is located on U.S. 95 between the cities of Fruitland and Payette (mileposts 66.01 - 66.55) in Payette County. U.S. 95 is the main route connecting north and south Idaho. About 18,000 vehicles use this portion of the highway daily and by 2026 the volume is expected to be 25,390.

Project Description

ITD proposes to replace the metal truss bridge, which carries the northbound lane of U.S. 95. The bridge, built in 1927, is in poor condition and does not meet current national standards – vertical clearance is 15 feet which is 2 feet lower than required on new structures.

The proposed new bridge would be constructed between the existing southbound and northbound bridges. It is recommended that the new bridge be attached to the existing southbound bridge. Together the bridges will meet current width standards and eliminate the existing safety concerns. It will also eliminate the need for parapet and guardrail between north and southbound traffic.

As part of this project, the existing northbound truss bridge would be removed to allow enough room for the new structure to be constructed. The existing southbound bridge would be modified by constructing a thicker deck to match the new side of the bridge and to increase the load rating.

A five-foot-wide at-grade sidewalk is proposed for both sides of the bridge. The total width of the new bridge and the width between curbs would be 95.5 feet and 78 feet, respectively. All work would be done within the existing right of way.

A right turn lane is proposed for Killebrew drive. A 14-foot center turn lane is proposed for Killebrew drive, Alden Road and two approaches on the southwest side of the bridge.

The project is expected to take 21 months: 12 months for new bridge construction; three months for re-decking the existing bridge, three months to remove the truss bridge, and three months for roadwork.
Construction is anticipated to start in fall 2008.

Project History

A public information meeting was held at Fruitland City Hall on April 10, 2001. Since then meetings have been held with local agencies (police, sheriff and engineering departments) and with a local pedestrian/bicycle pathway group. Some recommendations from the public were:

Remove the truss bridge
Consider a bike path under the bridge
No work to take place during The Fiddler Festival, Fruitland Spring Fair Day and Fruitland Fun Days, Payette Apple Blossom Festival and Cruise Night
Construction to take place during the day

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Contacts

Project Manager
monica.crider@itd.idaho.gov
(208) 322-7177

Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is committed to compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related regulations and directives. ITD assures that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any ITD service, program, or activity. The department also assures that every effort will be made to prevent discrimination through the impacts of its programs, policies, and activities on minority and low-income populations. In addition, the department will take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to services for persons with Limited English Proficiency.