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Idaho Transportation Department Resumes SH-45 Culvert Repairs in Nampa, Expects Lane Closures Through Spring

Idaho Transportation Department Resumes SH-45 Culvert Repairs in Nampa, Expects Lane Closures Through Spring

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is restarting repair work on the Elijah Drain culvert located beneath State Highway 45 (12th Avenue) near West Dewey Avenue in Nampa. The project had previously paused due to the discovery of underground utilities in unexpected locations, necessitating changes to the original work plans. Crews will now conduct overnight utility location work from November 10-12, during which traffic on SH-45 will be reduced to one lane in each direction between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. the following morning. Drivers should anticipate ongoing lane closures and traffic shifts throughout the construction period, which is expected to continue until next spring. Despite the disruptions, SH-45 will remain open, and access to all local businesses will be maintained. The repairs are crucial to address deterioration within the culvert structure.
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U.S. Treasury Approves All 37 Utah Opportunity Zone Designations Recommended by Governor Spencer Cox

U.S. Treasury Approves All 37 Utah Opportunity Zone Designations Recommended by Governor Spencer Cox

U.S. Treasury Approves All 37 Utah Opportunity Zone Designations Recommended by Governor Spencer Cox
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Oregon Department of Transportation Announces I-84 Traffic Slowdowns for B2H Transmission Line Installation

Oregon Department of Transportation Announces I-84 Traffic Slowdowns for B2H Transmission Line Installation

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has initiated work on Interstate 84 near Boardman, leading to rolling slowdowns and potential traffic delays. This activity is part of the installation of the Boardman to Hemingway (B2H) transmission lines. Crews are focusing on installing overhead transmission line crossings at milepost 168 and U.S. 730 near Bombing Range Road. Traffic control vehicles will implement rolling slowdowns, creating 10-minute gaps in traffic to allow workers to safely move ropes across the highway and attach them to transmission towers. Flaggers will manage traffic during these slowdowns, with up to five expected during the initial phase. Following the rope installation, lane closures will be in effect through Friday as new electrical transmission lines are pulled into place. Speed limits will be reduced in these areas, and trucks will be strategically positioned to prevent lines from reaching the highway during installation. Portable message signs have been deployed to alert trav...
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West Fraser Highlights Climate Benefits of Timber in Building Design, Citing 19.8 Million Tonnes CO2e Emissions Avoided in 2025

West Fraser Highlights Climate Benefits of Timber in Building Design, Citing 19.8 Million Tonnes CO2e Emissions Avoided in 2025

West Fraser Highlights Climate Benefits of Timber in Building Design, Citing 19.8 Million Tonnes CO2e Emissions Avoided in 2025
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Minnesota Department of Transportation Announces 105th Avenue Closure at Highway 65 in Blaine for Interchange Project

Minnesota Department of Transportation Announces 105th Avenue Closure at Highway 65 in Blaine for Interchange Project

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced the closure of 105th Avenue on the east side of Highway 65 in Blaine, effective 6 a.m. on Monday, November 9. This closure is necessary for utility and watermain relocation work as part of a larger five-year project. Traffic will be rerouted using a signed detour via Davenport Street to access Highway 65. While northbound Highway 65 traffic can still turn onto eastbound 105th Avenue, westbound 105th Avenue between Davenport Street and Highway 65 will be restricted to local business traffic only. Additionally, 103rd Way on the west side of the highway remains closed until mid-November for sanitary sewer and water pipe installation, after which 104th Way will close. Both 104th Way and 105th Avenue are expected to remain closed and detoured until mid-December. The project also includes the permanent closure of 113th Avenue on the west side of Highway 65, which will become a cul-de-sac upon the completion of a new pedestrian/bicycle bridge in 202...
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Phoenix Area Freeways Announce Multiple Weekend Closures for Construction and Maintenance

Phoenix Area Freeways Announce Multiple Weekend Closures for Construction and Maintenance

Several major freeways in the Phoenix metropolitan area are scheduled for multiple closures this weekend due to ongoing construction and maintenance projects. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced that southbound SR 51 will be closed from Cactus Road to Northern Avenue for pavement work, and US 60 (Grand Avenue) will be closed in both directions between 27th Avenue and Thomas Road for bridge work. Additionally, the westbound Loop 202 San Tan Freeway will experience closures from Gilbert Road to Arizona Avenue for a widening project. These closures are set to begin Friday night and conclude early Monday morning, with ADOT providing detour routes for affected motorists.
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U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation

U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation

U.S. Treasury Approves All 91 Colorado Opportunity Zones for Federal Designation
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CC Electric Enhances Electrical Estimating with Conest Software Integration

CC Electric Enhances Electrical Estimating with Conest Software Integration

CC Electric Enhances Electrical Estimating with Conest Software Integration
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Hillsboro Officials Consider $50 Million Aquatic Center Projects Amidst Aging Infrastructure Concerns

Hillsboro Officials Consider $50 Million Aquatic Center Projects Amidst Aging Infrastructure Concerns

Hillsboro city officials are evaluating two significant aquatic facility projects, each estimated to cost around $50 million. One proposal involves expanding and enclosing the outdoor pool at the Shute Park Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC) for year-round use. The other option is to construct a new aquatic facility at the Hidden Creek Community Center, which was built in 2020 without a pool but with provisions for a future addition. These considerations come after a 2023 survey revealed that residents frequently requested more public pools and aquatic centers due to crowded facilities and difficulties in enrolling children in swimming lessons. The existing SHARC facility faces substantial maintenance challenges, with a draft assessment identifying approximately $70.6 million in necessary repairs and improvements over the next two decades, including issues with roofing, plumbing, electrical systems, and the outdoor pool basin.
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PG Seeks Cap on Wildfire Payouts, Potentially Increasing California Electricity Bills

PG Seeks Cap on Wildfire Payouts, Potentially Increasing California Electricity Bills

PG Seeks Cap on Wildfire Payouts, Potentially Increasing California Electricity Bills
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Sitka Plans New Downtown Murals by Summer 2027 to Enhance Public Art Scene

Sitka Plans New Downtown Murals by Summer 2027 to Enhance Public Art Scene

Sitka Plans New Downtown Murals by Summer 2027 to Enhance Public Art Scene
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Milken Institute Advocates for Investor-Led Resilience in Climate Finance, Urging Shift from Net-Zero Focus

Milken Institute Advocates for Investor-Led Resilience in Climate Finance, Urging Shift from Net-Zero Focus

Milken Institute Advocates for Investor-Led Resilience in Climate Finance, Urging Shift from Net-Zero Focus