The Idaho Transportation Department will open a new southbound Lincoln Avenue bridge in Jerome next week as part of ongoing improvements to the I-84 south interchange project.
Southbound traffic will shift onto the newly constructed bridge beginning Monday, August 28, 2026. The northbound bridge will continue to carry northbound traffic. Both directions will operate with one lane each during this phase of construction.
Drivers should be aware that southbound traffic may temporarily shift back to the northbound bridge if safety concerns arise during the transition. The traffic signals at the interchange will remain off during this period.
Motorists exiting eastbound on the off-ramp will continue using Bob Barton Road as an alternate route while the interchange work progresses.
The bridge opening marks a significant milestone in the I-84 south Jerome interchange project, which has been reshaping traffic patterns in the area over the past several months. The Idaho Transportation Department manages the project and continues to coordinate traffic flow adjustments as construction advances.
Drivers in the Twin Falls County area should monitor local traffic conditions and allow extra time when traveling through Jerome, particularly during peak hours. The department advises patience as crews work to complete this critical infrastructure upgrade.
What Comes Next
Additional phases of the I-84 south Jerome interchange project are expected to continue as weather permits and construction schedules allow. The Idaho Transportation Department will announce further updates as work progresses. Residents and commuters should continue checking for alerts regarding traffic pattern changes in the area.