The Idaho Transportation Department will apply a sealcoat on State Highway 55 from Horseshoe Bend to north of Banks this summer. The sealcoat will preserve and extend the life of the pavement.
Starting Wednesday crews will begin work at the boundary of the Boise National Forest at milepost 91, about 12 miles north of Banks, and work their way 28 miles south towards Horseshoe Bend. This work is expected to be completed in early August.
During construction, motorists can expect:
- SH-55 will be reduced to one lane with flaggers and pilot cars inside the active work zone.
- The speed limit will be reduced and 12-foot width restrictions may be in place.
- Work will take place Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- All lanes will be open on the weekends and outside working hours.
Due to the popularity of this highway with recreationists, drivers should plan for delays up to 30 minutes and consider using an alternative route.
There are several other work zones active on this highway. Workers will be close to traffic. Slow down and do not block driveways and entrances along SH-55.
Visit the project website at itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/55sealcoat to learn more, sign up for email updates or contact the project team.
For real-time traffic impacts drivers are encouraged to use the Idaho 511 system to plan ahead for travel.