Lake fork bridge s bridge planning study

The Federal Highway Administration awarded the Local Highway TECH Assist Council $830,000 on March 19, 2026, under the Bridge Investment Program (CFDA 20.264) to conduct planning activities for the Lake Fork Bridge in Idaho. The recipient will evaluate the current structural condition of the bridge and develop recommendations for either replacement or rehabilitation with roadway widening, ensuring the bridge meets current design standards, load requirements, and traffic capacity. The planning study will address documented safety and accessibility deficiencies and refine the scope of construction work needed. Performance extends through September 1, 2028, at the place of performance in Idaho.

Project description

This project consists of planning activities for the lake fork bridge (s bridge), which needs replacement or rehabilitation to improve safety and accessibility. The project will thoroughly evaluate the current condition of the lake fork bridge as well as refine the scope of work on what construction is needed to ensure the bridge meets the current design standard, load, and traffic requirements. There will be two options considered in the planning process, which are replacement or rehabilitation to widen the road. The ultimate goal of this project is to complete all preliminary planning activities, providing critical information necessary to allow valley county the opportunity to address the structural deficiencies of the bridge.