SH-16 Monthly Newsletter | October 2026 Update

Thursday, October 15, 2026

SH-16, I-84 to SH-44 | Progress Tracker

The new SH-16 corridor is expected to open in mid-2027.

60% complete: ____________________

Watch the SH-16 Progress Video: Coordination!

Watch the video below to learn more about how ITD has been working with local jurisdictions in the project area.

Read below to learn about progress along the corridor!

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I-84 System Interchange

⬣ Since our last update, crews completed repaving work on I-84 and are continuing to work on the bridge decks (top of bridge) of each flyover ramp crossing I-84.

► Upcoming:

Full closure on I-84 tonight (Oct. 15) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Eastbound I-84 will be closed next Thursday (Oct. 22) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Lane closures on I-84 will continue this fall.

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Franklin Interchange

⬣ Over the last month, crews have continued to pave the approaches connecting State Highway 16 to the interchange bridge and the on- and off-ramps.

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Ustick Interchange

⬣ Over the past month, crews have been installing overhead signs as well as lighting under the interchange bridge. Work will continue at approaches connecting State Highway 16 to the interchange bridge.

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US-20/26 Interchange (Chinden Blvd)

⬣ Since our last update crews have been completing utility work and lighting installation around the interchange and finishing concrete paving along US-20/26.

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SH-44 Interchange (State St)

⬣ Since our last update, crews have been working on placing the structural walls for the future interchange bridge. Paving work is also taking place around the interchange and along the future on- and off-ramps.

*Estimated completion dates and schedules are subject to change.

Project Snapshot from September 2026

Flyover ramps over I-84 looking east.

Upcoming SH-44 Widening Drop in Meeting!

Thursday, Oct. 22 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Make sure to sign up for email and text updates if you would like to be notified about the SH-44 Widening project!

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Reminder: SH-16 Still Under Construction!

As construction continues, it is important to remember that this is still an active work zone with trucks and heavy equipment in use every day.

While portions of the roadway may look complete, crews are still actively working.

Pedestrians and motorists using SH-16 before it is completed is unsafe and not permitted.

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