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Abandoned overpass transforms into wildlife crossing near Osburn
October 23, 2025
An abandoned bridge in Osburn is getting a second life as a wildlife crossing, thanks to a partnership between local residents, conservation groups, and ITD. The effort is already improving safety for both animals and drivers along one of the most collision-prone stretches of I-90 in North Idaho.
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ITD and ISP team up to host free winter driving classes
October 21, 2025
As winter approaches, IDT and ISP are teaming up to offer free winter driving classes in the Treasure Valley.
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Teen traffic safety week: October 19–25, 2025
October 21, 2025
The Idaho Transportation Department and Office of Highway Safety are joining communities statewide to recognize Teen Traffic Safety Week, October 19–25, 2025. The week raises awareness about safe driving habits among teens and their families.
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US-95 work starts up again near Riggins on Monday
October 17, 2025
Starting Monday crews will resume work on rocky slopes near Riggins on U.S. Highway 95.
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Friendly reminder: time is running out to name an Idaho snowplow!
October 15, 2025
There’s still time for Idaho students to help name one of ITD’s hard-working snowplows! The Idaho Transportation Department’s 2nd annual 'Name a Snowplow' contest is open through the end of October.
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Reckless driving in Carey construction zone risking safety of workers, other drivers
October 14, 2025
The Idaho Transportation Department is reminding drivers to plan ahead for delays on U.S. Highway 93 near Carey after roadway workers and equipment were nearly struck in the last two weeks by impatient drivers trying to pass in the work zone.
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Public Invited to US-95 Aht’Wy Interchange Ribbon-Cutting
The public and media are invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Nez Perce Tribe on Thursday, October 24 to mark the completion of the Aht’wy Interchange project. The recently built interchange, located on U.S. Highway 95 adjacent to the Clearwater River Casino & Lodge, is a collaborative effort between various entities, including the Nez Perce Tribe, Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Northwest Region, Federal Highway Administration, and the U.S. Department of the Interior BIA – Division of Transportation.
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Cold weather paving in Idaho: how we do it and why it works
The Idaho Transportation Department is overseeing more construction than ever before. This work continues as temperatures are cooling and the ice and snow make their all-to-soon appearance. How does ITD successfully pave a road and have one of the shortest summer seasons in the country? Materials engineering and testing actually do make it possible.
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