Ada County Highway District - Idaho
Established in 1972 as an independent government entity, the Ada County Highway District is responsible for the short-range planning, construction, maintenance, operations, rehabilitation and improvements to Ada County's urban streets, rural roadways (excluding state highways) and bridges. Armed with a mission "to provide the best public highway system for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods in Ada County", the District includes the cities of Boise, Eagle, Garden City, Juna, Meridian, and Star. It is the only consolidated countywide highway district in the State of Idaho.
The District maintains and operates approximately 2,100 miles of roads and streets in Ada County, with an eximated value of three billion dollars. This infrastructure includes facilities that range from multi-lane, arterial streets with a computerized signal system, to narrow, farm-to-market roadways. Elected by popular vote, five Commissioners govern the District. Together, they are responsible for guiding the planning, development and implementation of transportation facilities throughout the county.
An appointed Director, who serves as chief administrator, manages the District on a day-to-day basis. The Director is responsible for managing five departments: Administration, Engineering, Maintenance and Operations, Traffic, and Plans & Development - which combined total nearly 300 employees.
updated: April 25, 2008
