Projects
The City is committed to enhancing our community through a variety of projects that support public infrastructure, community development, and strategic partnerships with property owners and developers. These City-initiated projects are often made possible through joint funding efforts, including grants the City has actively pursued and secured. From roadway improvements and utility upgrades to collaborative development initiatives, each project aims to improve the quality of life for residents and support long-term growth. Detailed information about each project will be provided below, while bidding opportunities and procurement documents can be accessed through our dedicated BIDS and RFP's page .
The City of Victor, in partnership with the Snavely Group, are working towards the creation of a 90-unit workforce housing development. There is a dedicated Workforce Housing page created to provide all of the public materials, steps of the process, and progress of construction in one place.
Crystal Bridge Replacement
NOTICE : Bridge Key 33038 - Bridge Replacement at 1000 S (Crystal Ave) Bridge will be replaced with a new premanufactured steel bridge and Cast-In-Place abutment system. Work will begin on August 25, closing 1000 S ( Crystal Ave) to through traffic and must be completed within 75 working days of starting construction. Once started, work must continuously progress until completion, except for paving. If all project structure and roadway work items are complete, and weather does not permit project 405 paving to occur within the specification requirements, time may be suspended by the Engineer until weather allows.
Depending on weather limitations, paving may be delayed until spring, April 1, 2026. Please see the attachment for detour mapping.
This project is being guided by Idaho Transportation Department Specifications and Forsgren Engineering.
Trail Creek's Crystal Bridge is set for a complete replacement this fall in a project that promises significant safety and structural improvements for our community.Â
The city successfully secured a state grant that will cover 100% of the project costs—nearly one million dollars. Additionally, the state will take on project management responsibilities, ensuring professional oversight throughout the construction process.Â
This long-awaited replacement brings several important enhancements:Â
Current weight restrictions will be eliminated, allowing for unrestricted vehicle accessÂ
A dedicated pedestrian pathway will be added for safer foot trafficÂ
New guard rails will be installed—a crucial safety feature the current bridge lacksÂ
The improvements address longstanding concerns about the bridge's safety, particularly the absence of guardrails on the existing structure. Once complete, the new Crystal Bridge will provide a more secure crossing for both vehicles and pedestrians over Trail Creek.Â
In related infrastructure news, another grant-funded bridge repair is planned at the Calderwood Lane/Trail Creek Drive/500 West crossing. This project aims to combat erosion by installing rip rap and reinforcing the concrete supports, with work scheduled to begin when water levels are sufficiently low to allow for safe construction.Â
As these projects progress, we'll provide updates on construction timelines and any temporary traffic patterns that may be necessary during the replacement work.
More details and documents and updates are available on the Wastewater Treatment Facility's Project Page
Victor Secures Its Future: City Council Approves Independent Wastewater Treatment FacilityÂ
The Victor City Council approved plans to build the city's own wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), a decision that marks a significant step toward long-term infrastructure independence and fiscal responsibility for our community.Â
A Time-Sensitive DecisionÂ
This important decision comes in response to a Department of Justice lawsuit against the City of Driggs regarding its wastewater treatment facility. With strict deadlines in place, Victor faced a critical choice: continue sending our wastewater to Driggs' new facility as a customer with limited input and no cost control, or establish our own treatment capabilities.Â
After thorough analysis and careful deliberation, the City Council determined that building our own facility best serves the long-term interests of Victor residents.Â
Benefits for Victor ResidentsÂ
The new Victor wastewater treatment plant will provide several important advantages:Â
Financial Control: Our own facility will protect residents from unpredictable rate increases that would be beyond our control as customers of another city's system.Â
Taxpayer Protection: While the initial investment is substantial, the long-term financial outlook shows greater stability and predictability for our municipal budget and your utility bills.Â
Growth on Our Terms: As Victor continues to develop, having our own infrastructure ensures that our infrastructure matches our needs.Â
Local Decision-Making: All aspects of the facility—from design to operations to future expansions—will be determined by Victor, for Victor.Â
Next StepsÂ
As this project moves forward, the City is committed to keeping residents informed and involved. Keep an eye out for opportunities for public engagement during the design and implementation phases.Â
Residents with questions about the new wastewater treatment plant are encouraged to contact City Hall during normal business hours.Â
The City of Victor is preparing to re-bid an important restoration project at Brookside Park to repair damage caused by this year's spring runoff.
What Happened?
The 2025 spring runoff caused significant damage to Trail Creek at Brookside Park, resulting in channel avulsion (when a stream suddenly shifts its course), erosion, and sediment deposition. Restoration work is needed to protect the park and surrounding areas before next spring's runoff.
Project Scope
The restoration work includes constructing an avulsion plug to redirect the creek back to its intended channel, installing rock toe and ramp structures for stability, building deflector jams and floodplain log jams to manage water flow, and planting brush trenches with dormant cuttings to stabilize the banks. The project also includes comprehensive erosion control measures, site reclamation, and seeding.
A portion of the work extends onto private property, with the property owner planning to use the City's contractor for that section.
Next Steps
The City initially sought bids in early October but did not receive any responses. We are now preparing to re-bid the project with the goal of securing a qualified contractor who can complete the work before the 2026 spring runoff season.
Stay Tuned:
We'll announce the new bidding timeline and details in the coming weeks. Interested contractors or those with questions about the project can contact Troy Butzlaff, Special and Capital Project Manager, at (714) 745-5615 or victorcityadmin@victoridaho.gov .
This restoration project is crucial for protecting Brookside Park and ensuring it remains a safe and beautiful community space for everyone to enjoy!
BID Information can be found on the BIDs & RFPs page.