Linder Road Overpass in Meridian Enters Phase Two Toward an I-84 Crossing

MERIDIAN — The Linder Road overpass in Meridian, Idaho, has moved into phase two, the part of the project that builds the bridge over Interstate 84 and finally connects Linder Road between Franklin Road and Overland Road. Phase one is finished, and the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) says the project will be complete in fall 2027, Idaho News 6 reported Nov. 10, 2026.

What the Linder Road overpass includes

ACHD is building the project in coordination with the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and the City of Meridian. According to ACHD's project page, phase two will:

Build a new four-lane overpass spanning I-84. Widen Linder Road between Franklin Road and the new overpass to two lanes in each direction with a center turn lane. Extend Linder Road from Overland Road to the overpass. Add multi-use pathways for people walking and biking.

The overpass will cross I-84 but will not have freeway ramps. ACHD told Idaho News 6 that decision rests with ITD, and that adding another interchange between Ten Mile and Meridian could create more traffic problems on the interstate.

Shorter trips across I-84

For families crossing the interstate for school, the new connection could make the trip shorter. "It'll be a lot easier for them to get their kids to school instead of going to Ten Mile or Meridian, so it cuts two miles out of their commute," ACHD's Matthew Chaney told Idaho News 6.

Construction schedule and neighborhood access

ACHD's latest project update, posted Nov. 6, says Idaho Power utility relocations are complete, fiber utility work is ongoing, and the contractor is expected on site Nov. 16. Access to homes and businesses will stay open during construction, though drivers may see occasional lane reductions with flaggers, utility work and pedestrian and bike detours.

Neighbors have raised concerns about reaching Franklin Road during the work. "We're requiring the contractor to keep both lanes open so we have the access open for them at all times," Chaney said.

Living near Linder Road and I-84

The overpass will tie together neighborhoods north and south of I-84 near the growing Ten Mile area. See the Meridian city guide, browse new home communities in Meridian like Centerville and Heritage Heights, check homes for sale in Meridian, or read about the new Meridian Costco, the Ten Mile and Franklin commercial plan and more Meridian growth news. Thank you for reading Treasure Idaho.