Ada County Highway District (Achd)
Unites all Ada County cities under one road
maintenance authority.
Shapes short
and mid
range transportation planning across diverse urban and rural areas.
Day
to
day operations managed by a director overseeing five divisions: Administration, Engineering, Maintenance & Operations, Traffic, and Planning & Development.
Tasks include chip sealing, winter snow/ice control, drainage systems maintenance, and pedestrian network safety.
Typical projects involve arterials, farm
to
market roads, signal systems, sidewalks, bike lanes, and stormwater infrastructure.
Notable for being one of few U.S. agencies managing streets countywide and has faced political scrutiny and efforts to dissolve or restructure.
Earned recognition for excellence in pavement preservation, bicycle
friendly initiatives, snow equipment handling, and innovative roundabout work.
Maintains stormwater networks with over 90 ponds, protecting roads and the Boise River.
Runs an Adopt
a
Highway litter program and uses community labor crews for roadside and weed control.
Committed to service and safety for the community.
Value integrity and transparency in all work.
Promote accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Strive for operational excellence with high
quality and cost
effective solutions.
Collaborate to solve challenges and ensure positive outcomes for Ada County residents.