08/16/2026
ROAD CLOSURES & TRAFFIC REPORTS
Beginning the week of August 17, 2026
STREET SERVICES DEPARTMENT (208) 234-6250
SWEEPING
Street sweepers are currently performing their regular sweeping schedule.
o Monday: North End
o Tuesday: East Side
o Wednesday: Fairway
o Thursday: West Side
You can view the sweeping map at: https://pocatello.gov/sweeping
PATCHING
The Street Services crew will be actively patching potholes and curb lines throughout the City; the work may result in intermittent lane closures and delays. Motorists are advised to proceed with caution.
PAVEMENT MARKINGS
Traffic Operations crews are repainting crosswalks throughout the City, weather permitting. The work will continue for the remainder of the season. There will be intermittent lane closures while crews are painting. Drivers are advised to watch for traffic control to stay safe and avoid driving through fresh paint. Please use caution and expect delays while work is being performed.
CITY OF CHUBBUCK – SIGNAL MAINTENANCE – YELLOWSTONE AVE & BRENEMAN STREET
The traffic signal cabinet at the intersection of Yellowstone Avenue and Breneman Street near Walmart will be replaced during the week of August 17, 2026, potentially on Wednesday or Thursday, weather permitting. During the work, motorists should treat the intersection as a four-way stop. Please contact the City of Chubbuck at (208) 237-2430 with any questions or concerns.
MILLING AND PAVING
The Street Services crew will be milling and paving the streets listed in the schedule below. There will be intermittent lane closures while work is being performed, with restricted access to residents. No parking will be allowed on these streets from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM or until work is completed. Vehicles parked on the street will be towed to the nearest side street. Residents are asked to clear the road in front of their house of any obstructions (i.e. basketball hoops, garbage containers, etc.) The schedule may be changed due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather or breakdowns. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and expect delays in the work areas.
Monday, August 17, through Wednesday, August 19, 2026
South 6th Ave (E Carter St to E Lewis St)
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Howard Avenue (W Eldredge Rd to W Alameda Rd)
WATER DEPARTMENT – (208) 234-6182
WATER MAINLINE REPLACEMENT – HOWARD AVENUE & GRAY AVENUE
The Water Department will continue working on the water mainline replacement project on Gray Avenue and Howard Avenue between West Alameda Road and West Eldredge Road. Work hours are between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. During the project, access to the construction area will be restricted, and sections of the street may be closed while workers are digging. Every effort will be made to provide local access to the area when possible. Restricted parking will be in place during construction. Motorists are advised to use caution and expect delays in these areas.
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL – (208) 234- 6254
SEWER MAINLINE MAINTENANCE
Crews will be jetting and cleaning sewer mainlines throughout the City. In addition, Water Pollution Control (WPC) will be raising manholes on Satterfield Drive, Riverside Drive, and Coronado Court. Motorists may experience delays or lane closures while crews are performing this work. Please use caution, watch for workers and equipment, and use alternate routes when possible.
CONTRACTORS
DIAMOND DIRECTIONAL DRILLING – WATER SERVICE – MCKINLEY AVENUE
McKinley Avenue between Eldredge Avenue and Alameda Road will be closed from Monday, August 17, 2026, through Friday, August 21, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for water line work. Local access will be maintained for homes and apartments in the area; however, the roadway will be closed to through traffic. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for workers and equipment in the area.
WESTERN DESIGN – WATER & SEWER SERVICE – 116 PARK AVENUE
Park Avenue and the alley east between East Oak Street and Elm Street will be closed from Thursday, August 20, through Friday, August 28, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM for water and sewer work. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for workers and equipment in the area.
SANTICO EXCAVATION – SEWER SERVICE – 237 RAVINE DRIVE
Ravine Drive between Foothill Boulevard and Riverside Drive will be closed Monday, August 17, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for sewer line work. Motorists are advised to use caution, watch for workers and equipment, and use alternate routes when possible.
IDAHO MATERIAL – WATER SERVICE - ISU PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BUILDING – 777 MEMORIAL DRIVE
East Carter Street between South 11th Avenue and East Oak Avenue will be closed Monday, August 10, 2026, through Friday, August 21, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, for the installation of a new water main serving the ISU Physician Assistant Building. Motorists are advised to use caution, watch for workers and equipment, and use alternate routes when possible.
KNIFE RIVER – ROAD WORK - HILINE (JEFFERSON AVE)
Hiline Road (Jefferson Avenue) between East Griffith Road and Pearl Street will be closed Monday, August 10, 2026, through Monday, August 24, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for road base work. Motorists are advised to use caution, watch for workers and equipment, and use alternate routes when possible.
STATON COMPANIES – THE MONARCH BUILDING - 244 WEST CENTER STREET
The Monarch Building, a historic brick structure at 244 W Center Street in Pocatello’s Downtown Historic District, is set to be demolished this summer. Closure of Center Street between Main Street and Union Pacific Avenue, and Union Pacific Avenue between Clark Street and Center Street for construction staging and access to demolish the building will begin on June 1, 2026, with an anticipated completion date of August 15, 2026. Motorists are advised to use caution and watch for workers and equipment in the area.
PORTNEUF RIVER BRIDGE PROJECT – WEST BENTON STREET
The City of Pocatello is continuing construction on the Portneuf River Bridge on West Benton Street, which began in mid-April. This project includes the removal of the existing bridge and construction of a new structure designed to improve safety and increase load capacity. In addition to bridge replacement, the project includes reconstruction of roadway approaches, coordination and relocation of select utilities, and other related improvements. Construction is anticipated to be completed by the end of September, weather and other unforeseen conditions permitting. Please be advised that a temporary road closure will be necessary to facilitate completion of the bridge replacement. West Benton Street will be closed between South Hayes Avenue and South Grant Avenue. We encourage all travelers to exercise caution and consider utilizing alternate routes in the area. For further details, please contact Mariela Mejia, the Project Manager overseeing this initiative, at (208) 234-6272.
EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 17, 2026
ISU NEW STUDENT MARCH THROUGH THE ARCH – MLK & 8TH AVENUE
The Idaho State University New Student March through the Arch will take place on Friday, August 21, 2026, beginning at 5:45 PM. Streets affected include Martin Luther King Jr Way and South 8th Avenue. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and possible vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and watch for pedestrians.
ZOO IDAHO – POKY PROWL FUN RUN – 3000 N 2ND AVENUE
Zoo Idaho’s Poky Prowl Fun Run will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The event will begin on North 2nd Avenue and continue to the AMI Trail, with the 5K route ending back at Zoo Idaho on North 2nd Avenue. For additional information, please visit https://zooidaho.org/events/poky-prowl. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and consider alternate routes if possible.
MUSEUM OF CLEAN – POCATELLO POTATO FESTIVAL – 711 SOUTH 2ND AVENUE
The Museum of Clean Potato Festival will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The event will require the closure of 2nd Avenue between Carter Street and Lovejoy Street, Carter Street between 1st Avenue and 2nd Avenue, and Lovejoy Street between 1st Avenue and 2nd Avenue. Please be respectful when parking in front of homes and avoid blocking driveways or access points. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and consider alternate routes if possible.
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 24, 2026
POCATELLO’S ANNUAL GREEK FESTIVAL – E WYETH STREET & 5TH AVENUE – SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026
POCATELLO-CHUBBUCK CHAMBER TRAILBLAZERS END OF SUMMER BASH – LOOKOUT POINT – WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
RECURRING EVENTS
REVIVE @ 5 SUMMER CONCERTS – HISTORIC DOWNTOWN POCATELLO - LOOKOUT POINT
The Bannock Civitan Club’s “Revive @ 5 Summer Concerts” will continue to be held every Wednesday through August 26, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Lookout Point in Historic Downtown Pocatello. South Garfield Avenue between Center Street and West Lewis Street will be closed from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM for event setup, operation, and takedown. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and consider alternate routes if possible.
CURBSIDE CRAVINGS – HISTORIC DOWNTOWN POCATELLO – LOOKOUT POINT
The Curbside Cravings food truck event will continue to be held at Lookout Point, 426 West Lewis Street in Pocatello, every Monday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM through September 21, 2026. South Garfield Avenue between Center Street and West Lewis Street will be closed from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and consider alternate routes.
PORTNEUF VALLEY FARMERS MARKET – HISTORIC DOWNTOWN POCATELLO – LOOKOUT POINT
The 2026 season of the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market will continue to be held every Saturday through October 31, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Historic Downtown Pocatello at Lookout Point. South Garfield Avenue between Center Street and West Lewis Street will be closed from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Expect increased pedestrian traffic and vehicle delays in the area. Please use caution and consider alternate routes.
Key ITD Projects in the Area.
https://itd.idaho.gov/projects
City of Pocatello local infrastructure work.
https://pocatello.gov/1002/projects
Real-time traffic, construction alerts, and route notifications.
https://511.idaho.gov/ #:Alerts