District 2 | North-Central Idaho
Overview
District 2 covers just over 13,000 square miles of north-central Idaho and maintains 1,500 lane miles (lanes of road, on- and off-ramps, etc.) and 180 bridges.District 2 encompasses five counties, with diverse geology highlighted by the pristine Clearwater River, one of the most scenic rivers in the United States. It has robust populations of fish and wildlife, and is rich in history. The Middle Fork of the Clearwater River was one of the first rivers designated under the U.S. Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
District headquarters is in Lewiston located in Nez Perce County, where Doral Hoff is district (head) engineer. Gary Osborn, of Troy, represents District 2 on the Idaho Transportation Board.
District 2 Fax: 208-799-4301
2600 Frontage Rd, Lewiston, ID
Mail: P.O. Box 837, Lewiston, ID 83501
Gary Osborn
Board Member
509-336-3958
News
Construction starts on US-95 Grangeville Truck Route Bypass Road today
SH-64 emergency repairs begin
Idaho Transportation Department seeks feedback on draft seven-year transportation plan
Traffic to shift on the US-12 Clearwater Memorial Bridge
State Highway 14 to be repaved this June
Crews pave near Aht’Wy Plaza this month
Lane closure tonight on US-12 Clearwater Memorial Bridge
US-95 lane closure near Reisenauer Hill south of Moscow
Construction to repave US-95 near Whitebird begins
Projects
Highway Construction in North-Central Idaho
For more information about projects in construction or planning phases go to: itdprojects.idaho.gov
For current construction & traffic conditions go to: 511.idaho.gov
Right-of-Way Permits
*NEW* Check it out: Right-of-Way Online Permit Tool
The Right-of-Way (ROW) permit tool is both a guide and an application for completing different types of ROW permits.
- This tool helps you identify the appropriate type of permit.
- Then the tool steps you through the specific process.
- Within the tool are the digital forms to fill out online which expedites the application process.
- Direct links to traditional ITD PDF forms are in the tool as another option.
- The tool also includes Online Payment Portals for each ITD District Office.
- The Payment Portals are always open 24/7.
- Encroachment information & permitting resources are together in this new online tool location.
Right-of-Way Permit Tool
Remember, you will need to:
- Include all requested plans and details with your completed application form.
- Prepayment is required.
- Include your payment portal receipt with your application.
- Once the completed packet is submitted, allow 30 business days for processing
- After the application is approved, contact ITD Maintenance Foreman at least five days prior to installation for start date approval.
Resources: Encroachment, Utility & Other Permits
This table contains resources for processing requests involving Idaho highway right of way. For additional details, see the “District Submittal” contacts below.
| Permits Quick Links | Resources |
|---|---|
| • Idaho Parcels • Milepoint Logs • iPlan – Mapping tool for Idaho highway route information | • IDAPA 39.03.42 - Governing Rules • Access Management Information • DIG-Line | 811 - Contacts & rules for safe digging • ITD Manuals & Guidance - Complete list |
District Submittal Locations, Details & Contacts
| Regional Locations | Office Hours | Email Contact & District Right-of-Way Resources | Counties & Specific Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Idaho | District 1 600 W. Prairie Ave Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815 | 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time | Email: D1permits@itd.idaho.gov • District 1 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 1 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 1 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, Shoshone Phone: 208-772-1297 |
| North-Central Idaho | District 2 2600 Frontage Rd | P.O. Box 837 Lewiston, ID 83501 | 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time | Email: Shane.Niemela@itd.idaho.gov • District 2 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 2 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 2 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, Nez Perce Shane Niemela, 208-799-4239 |
| Southwest Idaho | District 3 8150 Chinden Blvd Boise, ID 83714 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time Payments are not accepted after 3 p.m. Payment Phone Line: 208-334-8300, Ext. 2 | Email: ITDD3Permits@itd.idaho.gov • District 3 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 3 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 3 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Ada, Adams, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Washington, Valley • Approach & Commercial Permits: Josh Nopens, 208-332-7190 • Utility, Special Event & Other Encroachment Permits: Shona Tonkin, 208-334-8341 |
| South-Central Idaho | District 4 216 S. Date St Shoshone, ID 83352 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time | Email: MaryEllen.Russell@itd.idaho.gov • District 4 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 4 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 4 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Blaine, Camas, Cassia, Gooding, Jerome, Lincoln, Minidoka, Twin Falls Mary Ellen Russell, 208-886-7839 |
| Southeast Idaho | District 5 5151 S. 5th Ave Pocatello, ID 83205 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time | Email: D5EncroachmentPermits@itd.idaho.gov • District 5 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 5 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 5 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, Power Phone: 208-239-3300 |
| East Idaho | District 6 206 N. Yellowstone Ave Rigby, ID 83442 | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time | Email: JR.Grotjohn@itd.idaho.gov • District 6 | ROW Permit Quick Reference • District 6 | ROW Permit FAQs • District 6 | Traffic Impact Study FAQs | Counties: Bonneville, Butte, Clark, Custer, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Teton, Madison JR Grotjohn, 208-745-5625 |
Roadway Sign Request Contacts
Truck Routes
DMV Ports of Entry, Freight Maps & Trip Permits
For all Motor Carrier Trucking Route Maps in Idaho go to the ITRPS website at:
Then click “Helpful Links” in the top left corner of the banner to access maps & attachments for the following:
- Idaho Maps for Approved Routes Up to 129,000 lbs. (129K)
- 129K State Route Maps (by District/Region)
- County Maps for Special Permit & Requirements
- Vertical Clearance Maps | Pilot/Escort Requirements
- Route Capacity Maps
- Route Capacity Maps (by Color)
Contacts
Idaho Transportation Department, District 2 Office
Mail Address: P.O. Box 837, Lewiston, ID 83501
Location: 2600 Frontage Rd, Lewiston, ID 83501
District 2 Phone: 208-799-5090
District 2 Fax: 208-799-4301
Media Contact: Mark Pfeifer | Phone: 208-799-4405
Accessibility | Title VI | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
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.
TTY/TDD Users: Dial 711 or (800) 377-3529 to use Idaho Relay System