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Jerome Today
By the People, for the People
Magic Valley Commuters Face Months-Long Detour for I-84 Ramp Rebuild
Idaho Transportation Department closes westbound on-ramp at Exit 173 for reconstruction project.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:25pm
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The temporary detour along Highway 93 will test the patience of Magic Valley commuters as ITD rebuilds the vital I-84 westbound on-ramp.Jerome TodayThe Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has closed the westbound on-ramp at Exit 173 on Interstate 84 near Twin Falls for a reconstruction project that is expected to last 1-3 months. Commuters will have to navigate a new traffic pattern along Highway 93, with ITD installing a temporary turn lane and signal to accommodate the detour.
Why it matters
The closure comes after two years of continuous construction on the I-84 widening project between Twin Falls and Jerome. ITD is taking advantage of the existing construction work to rebuild the ramp and improve its durability with a concrete surface, aiming to extend its lifespan.
The details
ITD explained that northbound drivers looking to head westbound will need to take the southbound on-ramp instead of the loop ramp that is now closed. The department is rebuilding the ramp in concrete to make it more efficient and durable for commuters. ITD anticipates the project will last anywhere from 1 to 3 months, with the goal of having the ramp reopened before the 4th of July holiday.
- The ramp closure began on Monday, April 7, 2026.
- ITD hopes to have the ramp reopened before July 4th, 2026, depending on weather and construction progress.
The players
Idaho Transportation Department (ITD)
The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Idaho's transportation infrastructure, including Interstate 84 in the Magic Valley region.
Courtney Wagner
An ITD spokesperson who provided details about the ramp closure and reconstruction project.
What they’re saying
“If you are going northbound and you need to go westbound, you're just going to take the southbound on-ramp instead of the loop ramp.”
— Courtney Wagner, ITD Spokesperson
“We're basically redoing all of it into concrete to make it more efficient for people and have a longer life span.”
— Courtney Wagner, ITD Spokesperson
What’s next
ITD will continue monitoring the progress of the ramp reconstruction project, with the goal of reopening the westbound on-ramp at Exit 173 before the 4th of July holiday, weather and construction conditions permitting.
The takeaway
This ramp closure is part of the ongoing efforts by ITD to improve the safety and efficiency of Interstate 84 in the Magic Valley region. While the detour will inconvenience commuters in the short term, the long-term benefits of a more durable ramp structure will outweigh the temporary disruption.
