Orchard Street and Franklin Road Intersection

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This project is substantially complete.

The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will be constructing improvements to the Orchard and Franklin intersection starting as early as mid-April 2024*. Work is expected to be complete September 2024.

Project Description

  • Replace traffic signals at Orchard and Franklin.
  • Install Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) and push buttons.
    • These devices communicate information about the WALK and DON’T WALK intervals at signalized intersections in non-visual formats (i.e., audible tones and vibrating surfaces) to pedestrians who are blind or have low vision.
  • Update pedestrian ramps to modern standards.

*Due to contractor staffing issues and supply-chain shortages, the construction schedule could change.

The Ada County Highway District (ACHD) will be constructing improvements to the Orchard and Franklin intersection starting as early as mid-April 2024*. Work is expected to be complete September 2024.

Project Description

  • Replace traffic signals at Orchard and Franklin.
  • Install Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) and push buttons.
    • These devices communicate information about the WALK and DON’T WALK intervals at signalized intersections in non-visual formats (i.e., audible tones and vibrating surfaces) to pedestrians who are blind or have low vision.
  • Update pedestrian ramps to modern standards.

*Due to contractor staffing issues and supply-chain shortages, the construction schedule could change.

This project is substantially complete.

  • April 25, 2024

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    • Contractor pot holing for utilities.
    • Boring anticipated starting April 25th.

  • Construction to start mid-April

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    Improvements to the Orchard and Franklin intersection will start as early as mid-April 2024*. Work is expected to be complete September 2024.

    Traffic and Construction Impacts

    • Lane restrictions with flagging
    • Pedestrian detours
    • Night work is to be expected. Crews may work 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
    • General construction noise, including equipment backup alarms, dust and ground vibration.
    • The contractor will coordinate with property and business owners to maintain access or provide alternative access.