SH-55 South of Banks to Be Reduced to One Lane for Bridge Work

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The Idaho Department of Transportation has announced that SH-55 south of Banks, Idaho will be reduced to a single lane starting the week of April 6 as crews continue reconstruction of the Fleming Creek Bridge. A temporary traffic signal will direct traffic, and reduced speed limits will be in place throughout the work zone, which is expected to last through April.

Why it matters

The bridge reconstruction project is necessary to ensure the safe and reliable crossing of Fleming Creek under SH-55 to the Payette River. However, the lane reduction and other traffic impacts will likely cause delays and inconvenience for drivers in the area.

The details

The work zone will have 11-foot width restrictions, limiting access for oversized vehicles. Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures, reduced speeds, and no shoulders throughout the work zone during the summer months as the bridge reconstruction continues.

• The lane reduction and other traffic impacts will begin the week of April 6, 2026.
• The bridge reconstruction project started in the fall of 2024 and is expected to be completed in the summer or fall of 2026.

What’s next

Drivers should plan for delays and use caution when traveling through the work zone on SH-55 south of Banks during the bridge reconstruction project.