Friday, February 10, 2017 the Utah State Senate passed SRC5, a concurrent resolution recognizing the state’s snow plow drivers and the hard work they do. The resolution pointed out that work done by maintenance crews to plow snow and apply road salt saves lives by reducing crashes by 88% and both injuries and accident costs […]
Happy Birthday Lester Wire
As drivers hit the road, it’s easy to take for granted the innovations of modern driving. One of those, the traffic light, has history to the beehive state. Lester Farnsworth Wire is one of the first to develop a working traffic signal. Lester was born September 3, 1887 in Utah and worked as a Salt […]
Riding along for traffic data
You’ve used the app. You’ve seen the traffic cameras on TV or online, and you might have even seen the Traffic Operations Center in person. But have you ever wondered what exactly goes into getting the information? We’ll take you on a “ride along” and show you how. Through the technology and data of the […]
Variable Speed Limit Signs Activated on I-80
The UDOT Traffic Operations Center (TOC) has a tool to enhance safety for drivers on I-80 – one of the most heavily-traveled roads in the state. On Jan. 8, 2014, 15 new variable speed limit (VSL) signs were activated along I-80 in Parley’s Canyon. The signs are controlled by the TOC to help maintain consistent […]
Optimizing Mobility – UDOT’s Traffic Management Division
The UDOT Traffic Management Division (TMD) houses UDOT’s Traffic Operations Center (TOC), the traffic signal management division, traveler information program and deployment and maintenance for Utah’s robust Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) network. UDOT utilizes the resources from within the TMD to plan for and react to any type of event that reduces capacity on Utah […]
Speed Limit Amendments
A number of bills passed by the legislature this past session affect Utah roads and highways. One of these bills was HB 83: Speed Limit Amendments. This bill expands portions of I-15, I-80, and I-84 where the Utah Department of Transportation may establish a posted speed limit that exceeds 75 miles per hour. These sections […]
Copper Wire Theft
Driving in the dark lately? You may have noticed the lights are out along some sections of major interstates, like I-15, I-80, and I-215. But don’t blame the power company or burned out light bulbs…the real culprits are thieves who are in the business of stealing copper wire. When you and I drive past the […]
Large Loads
UDOT Motor Carriers Division has the responsibility of making sure oversized loads are routed properly.
Building a Bridge
UDOT Ports of Entry are bustling activity hubs where protecting the transportation infrastructure is one important focus.
Move for Safety
Moving away from traffic lanes after a fender-bender is safer than staying put.