I-90 westbound traffic changes starting next week in Cd'A

COEUR d'ALENE — Starting next week, a new traffic configuration will provide a safer merging experience for traffic entering westbound Interstate 90 from Northwest Boulevard and U.S. 95, according to a press release from the Idaho Transportation Department.

Changes include:

• Closure of the I-90 westbound off-ramp at Northwest Boulevard. 

Detour: Drivers will be detoured via Fourth Street and Appleway Avenue. Drivers are being directed to use the Fourth Street interchange to help minimize high levels of congestion and the potential for back-ups onto the interstate at the U.S. 95 off-ramp. 

• Westbound through lanes on I-90 will be reduced to one lane between U.S. 95 and just west of the Northwest Boulevard on-ramp.

These changes are being made to improve safety, reduce crashes and create space for merging traffic while also accommodating the safety of crews constructing retaining walls adjacent to the interstate near Northwest Boulevard, the release said.

Prairie Trail

Starting Monday, the Prairie Trail under I-90 will be closed to accommodate I-90 widening construction and city waterline improvements. Pedestrian and bicycle traffic will be detoured via Kathleen Avenue, Atlas Road and Seltice Way. This closure is anticipated to be in place for up to one month. 

In addition, the Centennial Trail remains closed between Atlas Road and Northwest Boulevard. Pedestrian and bicycle traffic is detoured via Riverstone Drive and Seltice Way. This closure is anticipated to remain in place through mid-July. 

Community members experiencing significant impacts can reach out to the project team at [email protected] or 208-738-4190.