17th Street Bridge Closure for Reconstruction

The 17th Street bridge in Ammon will close on January 19 for a complete rebuild, a project funded by state resources and expected to be completed by summer. Mayor Sean Coletti acknowledged the bridge's poor condition and expressed gratitude for the replacement, despite concerns about overlapping construction with the ongoing 1st Street project. Meanwhile, the I-55 bridge over the Mississippi River in Memphis will also close from January 17 to 20 for repairs and inspections related to the Crump Boulevard interchange, with detours in place for motorists. The closures are part of broader infrastructure improvements aimed at enhancing safety and access in both regions. As construction progresses, local officials urge patience from residents and motorists during this period of necessary roadwork. The city of Ammon reassured that business access will remain open despite detours around the bridge work.