Update – Oversized Load Blocking I15 in Idaho Falls, Southbound Lanes Closed

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Idaho State Police

District 6 1540 Foote Dr.

Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828

(208) 528-3400 FAX: (208) 528-3485

***Update***

For Immediate Release: 8/18/20 02:00 a.m.

Please direct questions to the District Office

The southbound lanes of I15 will be temporarily closed starting in Roberts at the exit 135 off ramp. There is a detour in place to route traffic back to I15 in Idaho Falls south of exit 119. The northbound lanes are still open.

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At this time, the Idaho State Police is on scene southbound on I15 at milepost 119, at the intersection of US20, in Idaho Falls. An oversized load is being re-routed to avoid the US20 overpass. It could be several more hours until the vehicle can be re-routed. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area or expect delays.

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Posted in District 6 - Eastern Idaho