Two open houses scheduled and public comment period now open for potential 10-mile extension of highway in Saratoga Springs The Utah Department of Transportation released the Draft State Environmental Study for a potential 10-mile extension of Mountain View Corridor in Saratoga Springs. With the population set to nearly triple by 2050, UDOT is focused on […]
UDOT announces new and ongoing 2025 construction
Crews are repaving, extending transit routes and expanding corridors across the state From repaving highways to improving transit options and enhancing pedestrian access, UDOT is kicking off a busy construction season across Utah. Today UDOT announced 152 new construction projects worth $1.68 billion will start this year, with another 145 continuing construction. Planned improvements range […]
UDOT warns against a new tolling scam
Scammers are using text, phone calls to mislead Utahns The Utah Department of Transportation is warning citizens about a new tolling scam that claims motorists have an unpaid balance. Scammers are using text messages that appear to be automated, as well as live phone calls, claiming to be directly from UDOT to mislead Utahns. Since […]
UDOT installing new lights to improve safety at intersections
Simple enhancement helps pedestrians and cyclists safely cross the road The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is installing new lights across the state to improve safety for pedestrians at intersections. Under-mast lights are a simple innovation created by UDOT engineers to add lighting to areas where typical lighting can’t be installed. They create a spotlight […]
UDOT advances two potential transportation improvements in Heber Valley environmental study
Following a comprehensive re-screening process, the Utah Department of Transportation’s Heber Valley Corridor Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) study team identified two alternatives for further analysis. Details are available in a report published today. The EIS, initiated in 2021, seeks to improve regional and local traffic flow on US-40 from SR-32 to US-189, provide walking and biking opportunities, […]
UDOT installing ‘V2X’ technology in 100 more snowplows
Tech increases plowing efficiency, advances safety efforts This year, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is installing vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology in 100 more of its snowplows around the state to increase the efficiency of plowing operations. This technology allows plows to clear the roads during major storms – including this past Tuesday’s commuter special – […]
UDOT identifies preferred alternative for Kimball Junction
Public input needed on Alternative C, which will expand intersection and increase access for pedestrian and bike users The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) today unveiled the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for potential mobility and safety improvements in Park City near Kimball Junction. The document identifies Alternative C as the preferred alternative for the […]
UDOT finishes placing bridge girders on future Mountain View Corridor interchange
Nightly closures to continue as crews prep the bridge for concrete The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) finished placing bridge girders for the new interchange at 2100 North and Redwood Road in Lehi this weekend. Crews began placing the 180,000 pound girders during a three week-long closure that started on Friday, Feb. 21. Now, crews […]
UDOT crews use ultrasonic testing methods on Salt Lake County bridge
Crews inspect more than 150 Utah bridges per month Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) crews inspected one of Salt Lake’s “Spaghetti Bowl” bridges with ultrasonic testing yesterday. This technology uses a transducer to transmit high frequency sound waves into difficult-to-see parts of a bridge, searching for damage, deterioration or any other factors that may raise […]
Lack of valley snow allows UDOT crews to get more maintenance work done
Crews filled 78 potholes in one night, while other crews clear drains, repair highway signs and complete other work Despite little snow in valleys, Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) maintenance crews are keeping busy this winter. Crews are still out regularly pre-treating the roads to prevent ice, and plowing in the canyons where there is […]