Idaho Transportation Department

Tips offered for driving safely around snowplows

Despite a mild winter, there have been 35 mishaps involving snowplows so far this season. The incidents have cost ITD an estimated $111,874 in damages, plus another $7,620 in property damage. ITD In Motion has some tips for driving safely around snowplows: Watch Video

Check 511 before embarking on highway travel

Before embarking on road trips, check the statewide 511 travel information system for up-to-date reports and images of highway conditions. The Idaho 511 system enables drivers to check highway conditions on the Web at 511.idaho.gov and by telephone, both line-based and cellular. Read More

Less snow plus avalanche mitigation keep Idaho 21 open

ITD expanded avalanche control measures during the past few years and that effort is evident along the state's notorious "Avalanche Alley" on Idaho 21 where highway closures were limited to three days in December and January. The corridor is responsible for 90 percent of the state's avalanches. Read More

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511 Traveler Services

The Idaho Transportation Department encourages
travelers to plan ahead by logging on to 511.idaho.gov or dialing 5-1-1. Get information available 24 hours per day about road closures, highway and weather conditions, mountain passes and the interstate highway system.

Projects

Learn about transportation projects in planning, design
and construction phases throughout Idaho. Find contacts for getting involved in transportation decision-making processes and how ITD is creating a transportation system to meet the needs of the 21^st century.