The City of Meridian has a mainline replacement program for E Idaho Ave. designed to replace aging water and sewer infrastructure reaching the end of its useful life. The E Idaho Ave. project is essential for protecting public health and ensuring a reliable supply of clean water and wastewater services for residents and businesses.
Project Scope
A major aspect of the project will involve replacing sewer and water infrastructure in E Idaho Ave. from Main to 6th Street. This includes abandoning the old sewer mainlines in the alleyways and relocating new sewer lines to adjacent public roads. Some of the alley sewers will also be rehabilitated to extend their lifespan.
Benefits of the Project
The mainline replacement project will provide several benefits to the community, including:
- Reduced risk of sewer failures and public health hazards
- Improved reliability of water and wastewater services
- Improve maintenance and operation of wastewater services
What to Expect
During the design phase, the City continues to explore solutions to reduce the impact within the project area. This includes developing an alternative parking and traffic plan and scheduling construction to mitigate the impact on holidays and larger downtown events. The City is also exploring additional options to reduce the impact on water/sewer services and traffic impacts to the surrounding areas during construction.
Project Area
Project Phases
- Phase 1 – Construction to start on the east side of Main Street. Intersection of Main Street and E Idaho Ave. to remain open for NS through traffic. E Idaho Ave. closed to through traffic from the east side of Main Street to the intersection of 2nd Street.
- Phase 2 – Completion of Phase 1 will open up E Idaho Ave., Main Street to 2nd Street for through traffic. Intersection of 2nd street and E Idaho to open for NS through traffic. E Idaho Ave. closed to through traffic from the east side of 2nd Street to the intersection of 3rd
- Phase 3 – Completion of Phase 2 will open up E Idaho Ave., 2nd Street to 3rd Street for through traffic. Intersection of 3rd street and E Idaho to open for NS through traffic. E Idaho Ave. closed to through traffic from the east side of 3rd Street to the intersection of 6th; Phase Three will be done block by block to minimize road closure disruptions.
- Phase 4 – Rehabilitation of existing sewer in alleyway. Properties affected by rehabilitation are subject to change. No road closures.
- Phase 5 – Roadway improvements on E Idaho Ave, Main Street to 6th
Alternative Parking
The alternative parking map outlines temporary parking options throughout the project duration. Familiarize yourself with these designated areas and utilize nearby parking alternatives to ensure smooth access during construction.
Project Timeline
The project is in the construction phase.
Construction is anticipated to begin in March 2024 and end in December 2024.
- Phase One anticipated dates: March 8 - May 16
- Phase Two anticipated dates: May 13 - June 28
- Phase Three anticipated dates: June 20 - late November
Public Involvement
The City is committed to keeping the public informed and involved throughout the E Idaho Ave. mainline replacement project. As part of this commitment, the City invites you to sign up for project updates.
Open Houses
- January 29, 2024, from 5:45 - 7:15 p.m.
- Meridian City Hall, Meeting Room A
- August 30, 2023, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
- Meridian City Hall, Meeting Rooms A & B
Published Newsletters
Location
33. E. Broadway Ave.
Suites 200 & 204
Meridian, Idaho 83642
Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM
Construction Comments/Concerns
Phone: 208-880-2553
Project Questions