NHS-7786, 2ND east safety imprv PH 2, rexburg

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $323,000 to the Idaho Department of Transportation on July 7, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to execute the Second East Safety Improvement Phase 2 project in Rexburg, Idaho. The project encompasses roadway widening to align this section with existing five-lane infrastructure located to the north and south, including the installation of curbs and sidewalks on both sides of the roadway, chip sealing of the road surface, and re-striping to accommodate a new center turning lane.

This Formula Grant represents a local transportation safety and infrastructure enhancement initiative designed to improve traffic flow, pedestrian accessibility, and overall road conditions. The work directly supports the Federal-aid Highway Program's objective of assisting states in the construction, preservation, and improvement of highways, with particular emphasis on safety enhancements. As a state Department of Transportation administering federally-funded highway projects, Idaho DOT serves as the primary recipient responsible for project execution, oversight, and compliance with applicable federal environmental and design requirements.

Project description

For the work to widen this section or roadway to match the existing 5 lane section of roadway to the north and south of this section with curbs and sidewalks on both sides, chip sealing of the road, and RE-striping the road for the new center turning lane.