10th Avenue in Caldwell to Close for Bridge Girder Placement

Idaho Transportation Department to shut down road for final construction phase

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:03pm

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An abstract, colorful image created with sweeping motion blur, depicting the movement and energy of a construction crane lifting large steel girders into place for a new bridge.The final placement of bridge girders on 10th Avenue in Caldwell marks an exciting milestone in the construction project, which will improve traffic flow and safety in the area.Caldwell Today

The Idaho Transportation Department has announced that 10th Avenue in Caldwell will be closed tomorrow for the final placement of bridge girders as part of an ongoing construction project. This closure is a critical step in the completion of the new bridge structure.

Why it matters

The 10th Avenue bridge project is a key infrastructure upgrade for Caldwell, improving traffic flow and safety in the area. The closure will cause temporary disruptions, but the new bridge will provide long-term benefits for drivers and the local community once finished.

The details

The Idaho Transportation Department will be closing 10th Avenue under the bridge construction site tomorrow to allow crews to lift and place the final set of girders. This is the last major phase of the bridge project, which has been underway for several months.

  • The 10th Avenue closure will take place tomorrow, April 8, 2026.

The players

Idaho Transportation Department

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Idaho's transportation infrastructure.

Jill Youmans

Communication representative for the Idaho Transportation Department.

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What they’re saying

“Placing these final girders is an exciting step forward for the project.”

— Jill Youmans, ITD Communication

What’s next

Once the final girders are in place, the Idaho Transportation Department will continue work on completing the bridge deck and other finishing touches before the new 10th Avenue bridge can open to traffic.

The takeaway

This bridge project is a critical infrastructure upgrade for Caldwell, and the closure of 10th Avenue is a necessary step to ensure the safe and timely completion of the new bridge. While the temporary disruption will be an inconvenience, the long-term benefits to the community will make it worthwhile.