Projects

Overview

The City of Caldwell Engineering Department's mission is to provide suitable and safe roads, parks, walkways, and utility access for a growing community.

Throughout Caldwell and areas of impact, the engineering department develops roadways, sanitary sewer, surface wastewater disposal and drinking water facilities and provides necessary utilities for existing and future housing and business districts.

Information presented here includes details about the projects, location, estimated start and completion dates, and road closures associated with the project activities.


Ongoing Projects

Kimball Bridge over Indian Creek

The Kimball Bridge over Indian Creek in downtown Caldwell is being replaced.

Construction is expected to be complete in fall of 2026

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Project Area of the Kimball Bridge Project over Indian Creek

Construction Information

Construction began in February 2026 and is expected to be complete in fall of 2026.

What to expect during construction:

  • Kimball Avenue is closed between Blaine Street and Arthur Street.
  • Motorists and pedestrians are being detoured.
  • Lane and parking closures will occur on Blaine Street.
  • Business access will remain open.
  • Street parting is restricted in the project area.
  • Expect occasional noise during daytime work hours. 

Project Overview

The Kimball Bridge project is being led by the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC). LHTAC acts as a link between local cities, counties, highway districts and the Idaho Transportation Department, helping local agencies access and use federal and state-aid highway funds.

The current bridge is aging and needs to be replaced. The first part of the bridge was constructed in the 1930s and the second was constructed in the 1970s. The new bridge is expected to serve the City of Caldwell for many years to come.

The Kimball Bridge Project is a state funded project for $4 Million dollars.


Business Access

Downtown businesses are OPEN during construction and there are several ways to access Indian Creek Plaza.

View the detour map(PDF, 1008KB)

2C Wine Down

Unwind, sip, and savor at 2C Wine Down in downtown Caldwell’s Indian Creek Plaza! Whether you’re enjoying a glass with friends or discovering a new favorite, 2C Wine Down is the perfect spot to slow down and wine down. Cheers to good wine, great company, and Caldwell nights!

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Stay in touch!

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Contact the project team:

RBCI
Phone: 208-377-9688
Email: info@caldwellprojects.org

Kimball Mini Plaza and Alleyway

The City of Caldwell is making improvements to the Kimball Avenue mini plaza and alleyway in downtown Caldwell.

Construction began in the alleyway on Monday, August 17. Work will move to the mini plaza in mid-September.

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What to expect during construction:

  • The alleyway behind Amano is closed
  • The mini plaza behind Grit 2C is closed.
  • Expect occasional noise during daytime work hours.

Construction is expected to be completed in November.


Completed Projects


Fire Hydrant Information

Notice to all contractors:
Caldwell Water Department requires fire hydrant meters for use on all fire hydrants within the City of Caldwell.

  • Fire hydrant meters are available for lease and will be checked out at the Caldwell Water Department. The meter will be on a first come, first served basis.
  • To lease a meter, go to the Caldwell Water Department web page. Here you will find links to the Fire Hydrant Meter Policy and application.
  • The policy will cover what is required for meter leasing and what is expected while leasing the meter.
  • Applications and a deposit to lease a meter, are required to be completed online through the link.
  • Once the application and deposit are completed, contact the Water Department by phone (208) 455-3070, option #2, to schedule a meter pick-up located at 305 W. Chicago Street, Caldwell, Idaho 83605.