BOISE ID -Just when you thought traffic congestion couldn't get any worse…think again! Construction got underway today near the intersection of Maple Grove and Fairview.
Maple Grove and Fairview is one of the busiest intersections in Boise, and with more drivers moving to the area it's only getting busier. But many drivers and business owners in the area feel it's going to get worse before it gets better.
“Hopefully 60 days from today that intersection will be done. It will be wider, it will accept traffic, and you'll be able to get through much easier,” said Craig Quintana, ACHD spokesperson.
The construction that started today is part of the overall Maple Grove Widening Project. It stretches from Franklin to Fairview. The goal according to the Ada County Highway District is to widen Maple Grove to five lanes - complete with bike lanes, turn lanes, curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
“It will increase the volume quite a bit, and convenience and safety to boot,” said Quintana.
The contractor, Idaho Sand and Gravel, has a sixty day window to get the job done.
“If they don't make it, they'll be paying liquidated damages for every day, so there's quite a financial incentive for them to get in and out of on time,” said Quintana. Full Story - Synergen Consulting International
Maple Grove and Fairview is one of the busiest intersections in Boise, and with more drivers moving to the area it's only getting busier. But many drivers and business owners in the area feel it's going to get worse before it gets better.
“Hopefully 60 days from today that intersection will be done. It will be wider, it will accept traffic, and you'll be able to get through much easier,” said Craig Quintana, ACHD spokesperson.
The construction that started today is part of the overall Maple Grove Widening Project. It stretches from Franklin to Fairview. The goal according to the Ada County Highway District is to widen Maple Grove to five lanes - complete with bike lanes, turn lanes, curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
“It will increase the volume quite a bit, and convenience and safety to boot,” said Quintana.
The contractor, Idaho Sand and Gravel, has a sixty day window to get the job done.
“If they don't make it, they'll be paying liquidated damages for every day, so there's quite a financial incentive for them to get in and out of on time,” said Quintana. Full Story - Synergen Consulting International
