US-12 Lane Restrictions April 13 for Tree Removal Near Powell
Summary
The Idaho Transportation Department announces tree removal work on U.S. Highway 12 near Powell from April 13 through mid-May 2026. Crews will reduce traffic to one lane using a pilot car system, causing 15-minute delays during working hours (Monday–Thursday, 6 a.m.–5 p.m.). Dead trees from mileposts 139 to 158 will be cleared to reduce falling hazards, slow wildfire spread, and improve wildlife visibility.
What changed
The Idaho Transportation Department announced lane restrictions on US-12 near Powell Junction starting April 13, 2026. Crews will remove hazardous dead trees along mileposts 139 to 158, reducing traffic to one lane with a pilot car from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. All lanes will reopen outside working hours.\n\nDrivers should expect 15-minute delays and are encouraged to check Idaho 511 for current road conditions. This maintenance supports safe travel through the Lochsa River corridor by reducing tree-fall hazards, widening fire gaps, and improving wildlife visibility to prevent crashes.
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US-12 lane restrictions for tree removal near Powell to begin April 13
Publication Date: April 8, 2026
Author: Anna McLean
ITD will be removing trees on U.S. Highway 12 near Powell Junction from April 13 through mid-May.
Crews with the Idaho Transportation Department will reduce traffic to one lane on U.S. Highway 12 near Powell to remove hazardous trees from April 13 to mid-May.
Work will take place Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. A pilot car will guide vehicles through the work zone. Travelers should expect 15-minute delays during working hours. All lanes will be open outside of those times.
ITD operators will join forces with PK Excavating to remove dead trees from mileposts 139 to 158 that can be dangerous to drivers. Clearing them reduces the risk of trees falling, slows the spread of wildfires by widening fire gaps and improves visibility of wildlife to reduce crashes. Partnering with a contractor allows ITD to remove more hazards more efficiently and safely.
This effort supports ongoing work to maintain safe and reliable travel routes through the Lochsa River corridor, especially during spring conditions when weather and roadway hazards can change quickly.
Drivers are encouraged to check road conditions and plan ahead by visiting Idaho 511.
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