Emergency escape ramp on the Lewiston Grade to receive safety upgrades

10/8/2024

Mark Pfeifer
ITD Communication
208-799-4305
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Emergency escape ramp on the Lewiston Grade to receive safety upgrades

LEWISTON- Starting October 15th motorists can expect to see crews at the bottom of the Lewiston Grade on U.S. Highway 95 as they make one of the runaway truck ramps safer.

Southbound traffic will be reduced to one lane for approximately 3 weeks. Commercial vehicles will need to take special note that Ramp 4 is closed. Notifications will be placed on the Lewiston Grade warning drivers of the ramp closure and to use the other 5 emergency escape ramps if necessary.

The entrance to the ramp will be repaved, and up to 1600 feet of new gravel will be placed to bring vehicles to a stop in emergency situations.

The cost for the project is $385,000.

Live traffic impacts across the region from this project and others can be found by visiting 511.idaho.gov. Travelers can also dial 5-1-1 or download the app.

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