Yankee Fork Bridge northeast of Stanley has a weight restriction in effect to prevent further damage to the bridge after a large hole developed last week due to the failure of a previous patch. Trucks are limited to 9.3 tons per axle with overall weight limits on large trucks.
A speed reduction of 25 mph is also in effect and steel plates have been placed over the damaged area to allow traffic to continue to cross until repairs are complete. ITD will be monitoring the plates daily to ensure they do not move.
Last week, a hole developed in the deck of Yankee Fork Bridge due to the failure of a previous patch.
Drivers should also be aware of bumps due to the steel plates and drive with caution, especially those pulling trailers or riding motorcycles.
Work to repair the bridge is expected to begin in the next two weeks and during that time, traffic will be reduced to one lane with temporary signals allowing traffic to alternate through the work zone.
Drivers are encouraged to use the Idaho 511 system to monitor ongoing traffic impacts and plan their travel accordingly.