US-95: White Bird bridge preservation

Painting the bridge over White Bird Creek will keep the structure in service longer.

This bridge is one of Idaho Transportation Department's signature bridges on US-95 between Riggins and Lewiston that will be painted. Please check 511 to learn about current traffic impacts on the highway.

Spring/Summer 2023 Update

511

Location of Bridge

It is the iconic bridge at the base of the White Bird Grade on US-95.

start Late April

Mobilization

start Late April

Install Traffic Devices

start Late April/Early May

Rigging/Containment

From May to June

Sandblast/Exterior Superstructure

June

Paint/Exterior Superstructure + Repair Railing + Replace Screens + Bridge Sealing Holes

Mid June to Mid July

Clean & Paint Interior Structural Steel

start Mid July

Site Clean-Up & Demobilization