NAMPA, Idaho — Drivers heading east on Interstate 84 near Nampa may have noticed signs directing truckers to merge into the left lane near the Highway 16 interchange construction project.

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) says the extra precaution is meant to prevent potential hazards as crews build a bridge connecting Highway 16 to I‑84.

“We’re putting the first major highway in Idaho in four decades, Highway 16. And with that comes a lot of construction at different interchanges,” said Jill Youmans with ITD.

Hear from Youmans about the project and the temporary clearance warning Low-clearance warning on Highway 16 interchange aims to protect bridge crews on I‑84

Concrete supports for the future bridge are in place, with temporary forms hanging lower than drivers might expec

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