Idaho Transportation Department

U.S. 95 Spur, Snake River Bridge, Weiser

Project Facts

Key Numbers: 7832

Project Description

For more than 100 years, a bridge has spanned the Snake River in Weiser. The original bridge was built in 1903. An additional span was added in 1911, and traffic signals came in 1949. In the 1950s, the bridge was replaced. Now it is happening again - soon a brand new structure will connect Annex, Oregon to Weiser.

Once completed, the bridge new bridge in Washington County will be 16 feet wider and able to carry greater traffic volumes. New curb, gutter and sidewalks also are being reconstructed on the Idaho side of the bridge.

Sletten Construction of Boise is the contractor on this $10 million project.

Planned Construction Schedule

Construction on the project began in March 2008 and is expected to be completed in December 2009.

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.

Contacts

ITD Office of Communications
(208) 334-8881
Email: comments@itd.idaho.gov