The Idaho Transportation Department will begin utility potholing work next Monday as part of the Elijah Drain culvert repair project beneath State Highway 45 (12th Avenue). Potholing is the process of digging small, targeted holes to safely locate underground utilities before construction begins.
Crews will pothole to locate underground utilities ahead of construction planned for later this month. This work is necessary to avoid conflicts with utilities during full construction and to reduce the risk of unexpected delays later in the project.
Drivers can expect intermittent lane closures on SH-45 while crews complete the work. Access to nearby businesses, including parking and drive-thru operations, will remain open.
Construction on the full culvert repair is expected to be complete by April 2026.
Motorists should plan ahead and check 511.idaho.gov for traffic impacts and updates.