The Lewis Street/Highway 160 intersection closure begins March 11, and motorists should anticipate traffic congestion and longer wait times on US 160 while concrete barriers are being moved to accommodate the intersection closure.
Crews will close Lewis Street at US 160 on Wednesday, March 11 beginning at 9am to begin demolition to start work on the underground utilities. This closure will be in place until late May/early June.
Motorists are encouraged to use 4th Street as an alternative to Lewis Street.
Access to north 5th Street and businesses north of the intersection will be available via northerly 4th Street route.
Question: Why will the Lewis Street intersection take several months to complete?
Answer: Where Lewis Street intersects US 160 is one of the most difficult intersections the project team is working on. The underground utility work includes demolition and replacement of the geothermal, water and sewer lines from the bottom up. The Lewis Street intersection will then be built back with new ADA accessible curb and gutter and concrete paving.
Spring/Summer Construction Season
On Monday, March 16, when the official 2026 construction season begins, additional work crews will be on site to complete operations at various locations throughout the work zone.
First Street and 10th Street will have flaggers positioned to aid motorists and emergency vehicles during construction.
Work will continue to be contingent on inclement spring weather events.
More detailed traffic impacts will be shared weekly as we ramp up the 2026 construction season.
Pedestrian Crossings
With the new traffic shift there are several locations that no longer have pedestrian barriers where the sidewalks, curb and gutter have been completed. Please pay attention when traversing the roadway and use identified crossings.