District 6 – East Idaho
Overview
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District 6 covers 18,588 square miles of the state and maintains 2,302 lane miles (lanes of road, on- and off-ramps, etc.) and 358 bridges.
District 6 is the third largest by population, with 207,000 residents or 13 percent of the state. Terrain includes plains, valleys and mountains, with highlands boasting eight of the 12 highest mountain passes in Idaho.
District headquarters is in Rigby located in Jefferson County, where Jason Minzghor is district (head) engineer. Robert “Bob” Hoff, of Idaho Falls, represents District 6 on the Idaho Transportation Board.
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District 6 Fax: 208-745-8735
206 North Yellowstone
Rigby, ID 83442
Bob Hoff
Board Member
208-524-1202
News
I-15 Stoddard Creek Exit now open to southbound traffic ahead of Memorial Day
Area highways to briefly close for railroad replacement and paving work
Lane restrictions and closures for sign installation at US-20 Rexburg exits happening this week and next
ITD Island Park foreman addresses multi-fatality crash
Open houses Wednesday and Thursday to share design plans to improve I-15 between Fort Hall and Blackfoot
East Idaho travelers will see even more improvements to US-20
Look out for crews and traffic control as spring road work begins across East Idaho
Right turn only restrictions at I-15 Stoddard Creek exit
‘The Salt Seeing Eye:’ the snowplow driver’s crystal ball
Construction
Highway Construction in East Idaho
For ITD construction projects & map locations go to: itdprojects.idaho.gov
For construction, road conditions, & cameras go to: 511.idaho.gov
Planning & Design
Projects in Planning or Design Phases
For more information on ITD project plans & map locations go to: itdprojects.idaho.gov
For study information and to comment go to: I-15/US-20 Connector Study.
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is collaborating with the City of Idaho Falls, Bonneville County and other stakeholders on the I-15/US-20 project development.
- US-20 Corridor Plan Ashton to Montana – Iplan Story Map
- US-20 Corridor Plan Refresh
- US-26 Corridor Geotechnical Investigation Swan Valley – Iplan Story Map
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
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 |
|---|---|
| • 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: Jeffrey.Rawson@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 Jeffrey Rawson, 208-745-5605 |
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 6 Office
Mail Address: 206 North Yellowstone, Rigby, ID 83442
District 6 Phone: 208-745-7781
District 6 Fax: 208-745-8735
Media Contact: Sky Buffat | 208-745-5311
District 6 Operational Contacts
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