Use the official Idaho 511 map for current road conditions, closures, traffic events, construction, cameras, weather stations, restrictions, and mountain-pass information near Benewah County.
Official Idaho 511 WZDx work-zone alerts are shown in Road Alerts below. Broader Idaho 511 road conditions, cameras, passes, traffic events, and advisories will be added after the pending developer key is issued.
Road conditions
Road Alerts
1 active
ConstructionLow prioritySource: Idaho 511 WZDx Work Zones
Work zone: SH-3 northbound
Official Idaho 511 work zone on SH-3 northbound near Emerald Creek to Pine Drive in Benewah County. All lanes remain open.
Major Road construction on SH-3 Both Directions from Emerald Creek to MM (52). 4/29/2026 7:30 AM to 11/13/2026 6:00 PM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun: Active all day Width Restriction: 12ft Speed Restriction: 35mph Activities: Expect Delays. Expect Delays: Under 15 minutes
Traffic impact: All lanes remain open.
WZDx schedule: Apr 29, 2026 6:30 AM PDT through Nov 13, 2026 5:00 PM PST.
Restrictions: Reduced Width: 12 feet.
Reported lanes: 1 open.
The WZDx record reports workers present in the work zone.
Official source: Idaho 511 WZDx. Confirm current conditions on Idaho 511 before travel.
No active weather alerts or Red Flag warnings have been posted for this county.
Public health
Health Dept Alerts
2 active
Health Dept alertHigh prioritySource: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Public Health Notices
Statewide Idaho Alert: Idaho Public Health officials are investigating two outbreaks likely associated with raw milk
This is a State Wide Alert for Idaho. Idaho Department of Health and Welfare posted an official public health notice on Jun 3, 2026: Idaho Public Health officials are investigating two outbreaks likely associated with raw milk
This notice is displayed on every Idaho county page because it applies statewide. It does not mean the source identified a county-specific case, exposure, closure, or local outbreak in this county.
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is working with local and state partners to investigate a recent increase in illnesses after consumption of unpasteurized (raw) milk. Since May 19, 2026, nearly 60 people have been identified who became ill after consuming raw milk.
Health Dept alertHigh prioritySource: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Public Health Notices
Statewide Idaho Alert: Health advisories issued for Grasmere Reservoir and Bruneau Arm of CJ Strike
This is a State Wide Alert for Idaho. Idaho Department of Health and Welfare posted an official public health notice on Aug 21, 2026: Health advisories issued for Grasmere Reservoir and Bruneau Arm of CJ Strike
This notice is displayed on every Idaho county page because it applies statewide. It does not mean the source identified a county-specific case, exposure, closure, or local outbreak in this county.
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing health advisories for Grasmere Reservoir and the Bruneau Arm of CJ Strike, urging caution when recreating in or near the water. Grasmere Reservoir is about 35 miles south of Bruneau on State Highway 51.
No fire or public safety alerts have been posted for this county.
Wildlife safety
Wildlife Safety Alerts
0 posted
No wildlife safety alerts
No official cougar, bear, wolf, or other dangerous wildlife alerts have been posted for Benewah County.
For an immediate threat, call 911 or the nearest sheriff's office. For non-emergency wildlife conflicts, contact the nearest Idaho Fish and Game regional office.
