15th and 16th Street Pedestrian Crossings

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This project is substantially complete. 

Starting as early as March, the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will start construction on the 15th and 16th Street Pedestrian Crossings at Front Street. The purpose of this project is to improve safety and increase connectivity for pedestrians. Construction is expected to be complete late summer of 2024.*

Project Description

  • Install a rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) across 15th Street at Front Street
  • Install a rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) across 16th Street at Front Street
  • Reconstruct adjacent pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

A Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) is a type of enhanced pedestrian crossing that uses flashing signals and signage to increase pedestrian visibility.

*Construction schedules may change due to high demand for contractors, labor, and supplies.

Starting as early as March, the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will start construction on the 15th and 16th Street Pedestrian Crossings at Front Street. The purpose of this project is to improve safety and increase connectivity for pedestrians. Construction is expected to be complete late summer of 2024.*

Project Description

  • Install a rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) across 15th Street at Front Street
  • Install a rectangular rapid flashing beacon (RRFB) across 16th Street at Front Street
  • Reconstruct adjacent pedestrian ramps to meet modern standards

A Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) is a type of enhanced pedestrian crossing that uses flashing signals and signage to increase pedestrian visibility.

*Construction schedules may change due to high demand for contractors, labor, and supplies.

This project is substantially complete. 

  • May 16, 2024

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    • Contractor working on the east side of 15th & Front Streets.
    • Front Street will be closed between 14th & 15th Streets through late May.
    • Work on the east side of 16th & Front is scheduled for late May through late June.
    • Work on the west side of 16th & Front is scheduled for July.
    • 16th Street will be closed the week of June 3rd for City of Boise sewer work.

  • May 10, 2024

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    • The west side of 15th & Front Streets is complete.
    • Contractor working on the east side of 15th & Front Streets.
    • Front Street will be closed between 14th & 15th Streets through late May.
    • Work at 16th & Front is scheduled for June and July.
    • 16th Street will be closed the week of June 3rd for City of Boise sewer work.

  • May 3, 2024

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    • The west side of 15th & Front Streets is complete.
    • Contractor working on the east side of 15th & Front Streets.
    • Front Street will be closed between 14th & 15th Streets through late May.
    • Work at 16th & Front is scheduled for June and July.

  • April 19, 2024

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    • Contractor started work April 10th. Work began at the 15th Street intersection.
    • Front Street will be closed between 15th and 16th Street through early May.

  • April 5, 2024

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    • Contractor anticipates starting work April 10th.
    • Work will begin at the 15th Street intersection.
    • Front Street will be closed between 14th Street and 15th Street through the end of May.

  • February 20, 2024

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    The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will begin construction on the 15th and 16th Street Pedestrian Crossings in mid-March. Construction is expected to be completed in late summer of 2024.*

    Construction Impacts

    • Temporary road closures
    • Pedestrian detours and sidewalk closures
    • Lane restrictions with flaggers
    • General construction noise, dust, equipment backup alarms and ground vibration
    • Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. unless otherwise approved
    • The contractor will work with property owners to minimize impacts

    *Construction schedules may change due to high demand for contractors, labor, and supplies.