8th Street Improvements
State Street to Franklin Street

Construction Update: February 7, 2025

The City of Boise has finished sewer upgrades. Starting the week of February 10, McAlvain Construction will start removing the 8th Street road surface, beginning at State Street and moving north to Franklin Street. During the week of February 17, Veolia will begin installing a new water main from State Street to Washington Street, then replace service lines on that block.

Vehicle Access:

8th Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between State Street and Franklin Street, including the Washington Street intersection. The Franklin Street intersection will remain open.

Pedestrian Access:

The sidewalk on the west side of 8th Street, between State Street and Washington Street, is closed. Please follow the pedestrian detours.

Project Summary

CCDC is partnering with ACHD to improve the cycling and pedestrian experience between State and Union. CCDC will address improvements between State and Franklin, and ACHD will implement improvements between Franklin and Union. As a result of the collaboration and extensive community and stakeholder outreach, CCDC will deliver on the community’s desire to:

• Expand the citywide bike network by adding protected northbound and southbound bike lanes
• Improve pedestrian safety and accessibility by installing new flashing pedestrian signals at Washington Street and Franklin Street
• Construct accessible sidewalks and pedestrian ramps to accommodate individuals of all abilities

Construction began in January 2025 and is expected to be complete by October 2025.

Rendering of the approved design. View is from 8th Street, looking north from State Street.

Contact

For project specific questions or concerns, please contact CCDC Project Manager Amy Fimbel.