Public-private partnership with Simplot saves $40 million and improves safety for drivers The Utah Department of Transportation this week announces the completion of the US-191 Realignment Project north of Vernal — an effort delivered through an innovative public-private partnership with Simplot Phosphates that saved taxpayers about $40 million. The project replaced a 2.6-mile section of […]
Nighttime one-way traffic to begin near Deer Creek Reservoir tonight
Widening project to increase safety, ease congestion The Utah Department of Transportation is beginning a multiyear construction project tonight on U.S. Highway 189 near Deer Creek Reservoir. This is the last stretch of US-189 in this area with only one lane each way. When work is finished, the entire highway in this area will have two […]
UDOT completes safety upgrades on US-189 in Provo Canyon
Stronger median barrier, crash cushions and improved drainage enhances safety SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Oct. 2, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation today announced the completion of a safety repair project on U.S. Route 189 in Provo Canyon. The work between Canyon Glen Park and Vivian Park included replacing the median barrier with a stronger […]
Construction Set to Begin on University Avenue Bridge in Provo
New design adds bike lanes, wider sidewalks and a new community trail SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 1, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation will begin reconstruction of the University Avenue (U.S. Route 189) bridge in Provo on October 1. The project will replace the aging structure with a modern bridge, designed to better serve drivers, […]
UDOT advises drivers to expect overnight delays in Parleys Canyon
Lane striping crew to close eastbound and westbound I-80 and ramps this week SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Sept. 8, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers in Parleys Canyon to plan ahead for delays and closures as the lane striping crew continues to apply new reflective stripes on Utah’s roads. On Monday, Sept. 8 […]
Utah County drivers to see major improvements with new Pioneer Crossing Flex Lanes
New system will ease rush hour congestion, help drivers save time LEHI, Utah (Sept. 4, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation is beginning construction on a new Flex Lanes system for Pioneer Crossing (State Route 145) between Interstate 15 and Redwood Road. Work is scheduled to begin on September 8. This project will help thousands […]
UDOT estimates travel delays on westbound US-6 this Labor Day Weekend
Highway down to one lane to protect work zone in Thistle SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Aug. 28, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation is advising holiday drivers using westbound U.S. Route 6 to plan for moderate travel delays on Monday, Sept. 1. UDOT traffic engineers estimate drivers on westbound US-6 will experience up to 30 […]
Lindon woman with blindness uses UDOT’s accessible crosswalk buttons to safely travel
UDOT continues to install hundreds of accessible signals on state-owned roads A Lindon woman who is blind is working with the Utah Department of Transportation to keep vulnerable road users safe through accessible crosswalk buttons. Linda Disney was born blind in her right eye and with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) disease. When she moved to […]
Expect major delays on US-6 on the way back from July 4 celebrations on Sunday
UDOT estimates up to 50 minute delays for westbound US-6 SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (July 1, 2025) — The Utah Department of Transportation is encouraging holiday travelers using westbound U.S. Route 6 to plan for heavy travel delays on Sunday, July 6. UDOT traffic engineers estimate westbound US-6 will experience up to 50 minutes of additional delay […]
UDOT and UTA seek public input on proposed transit solution at Point of the Mountain
Online public meeting this week as public comment period continues through July 10 SALT LAKE CITY (June 24, 2025) – The Utah Department of Transportation, in partnership with the Utah Transit Authority, invites the public to review and provide feedback on an environmental study at the Point of the Mountain, which identifies light rail as the […]