BOISE, ID — The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) recently turned 50 years old, celebrating half a century of connecting Idaho’s travelers with their many destinations.

On July 1, 1974, the Idaho Transportation Department was officially established, bringing together the Department of Highways, Aeronautics, Public Transportation, and the Traffic Safety Commission under one department.

This administrative shift set in motion a series of changes, including appointing ITD’s first Director Darrell Manning, who served as the Director of ITD from 1974 to 1985.

Today, the department maintains and operates Idaho’s largest arterials, bridges, and backcountry airstrips.

"ITD has been serving the citizens of Idaho for much longer than 50 years, however we feel that it is important to recognize this date and its importance,” Director Scott Stokes said. “On this date, ITD expanded its essential functions of the department to include maintenance of our airstrips, public transit, and traffic safety — all of which help enhance quality of life in our great state.”

The Idaho Transportation Department is the state agency tasked with managing the state's transportation infrastructure. Its responsibilities encompass the ongoing operations and maintenance, as well as long-term planning for the state's transportation needs. Additionally, ITD oversees the allocation of federal, state, and grant funds for various transportation programs across Idaho.