Construction Update | April 18, 2024

I–15 Southbound (between Riverdale Road and Exit 338)

Crews will suspend two left lanes on southbound I–15 from Riverdale Road to the Roy exit (Exit 338) beginning as early as Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m. through 5 a.m. Monday, April 22* to excavate the median, place temp asphalt, restripe and set barrier. Drivers can expect lane shifts and heavy delays.

I–15 NB CD Structure at 5600 South (SR-97)

Traffic will be restricted down to one lane in each direction on 5600 South as early as Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m. through 5 a.m. Saturday, April 20 to accommodate Collector Distributor (CD) deck pouring activities. Access to I–15 will remain open.

US–89 Weekend Closure – Drivers from US–89 will be detoured to I–15:

UDOT crews will be completing utility work beginning Friday, April 26 at approximately 1 p.m. through Monday, April 29 at 7 a.m.

• All US–89 SB traffic should detour to I–15 South from Riverdale. Hard closure at South Weber Drive (Business/local traffic only).

Drivers can expect heavy traffic and long–term delays. You can learn more about this project by contacting the UDOT Region One office at 801-620-1600.

                                             Aerial view of 5600 South (SR-97) and I-15 facing southeast.

UPCOMING

I–15 at 5600 South (SR–97) to Missile Way

Crews will complete drainage work at I–15 along 5600 South (SR–97) to Missile Way intersection from April 27–28 and May 4–5 from 6 a.m.– 5 p.m. Traffic will be shifted down to one lane in each direction during this work.

UDOT Encourages Kids at Roy Elementary to Stay Safe

In addition to recognizing National Work Zone Awareness Week, the 5600 South Project team coordinated with Roy Elementary students and staff to encourage safety in our work zones. Safety assemblies, relay races and creative artworks were among some of the activities that were celebrated on April 17.

You can learn more about National Work Zone Awareness Week by visiting nwzaw.org. Additional details about the event will be shared in future updates.

                               Roy Elementary "What Safety Means to Me" student artworks.

Ongoing Work

I-15 NB CD Structure at 5600 South (SR-97)

Crews will continue wall construction and prepare for the placement of the concrete deck on the Collector Distributor (CD) Bridge.



Freeway Park Dr.

A section of the southbound lane along Freeway Park Dr. will remain closed through Tuesday, April 23* to accommodate a waterline and utility work. Business access will be maintained. Drivers will not be able to access 5600 South westbound, use alternate routes.

5600 South (SR-97)

Utility and drainage work along the south side of 5600 South will continue intermittently throughout the corridor.

Along 5600 South, crews will continue setting retaining panels around the UPRR (Union Pacific Railroad) bridge and along the north side at 2300 W for the next few weeks. Drivers can expect lane shifts, one-way flagging operations, adjacent cross street closures, and short-term delays.

I-15 Collector Distributor (CD) Structure at 5600 South (SR-97)

Timelapse video of crews completing and setting CD structure girders (beams) in February. 

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Pedestrian Safe Walking Routes Update

Crews have implemented an addition to the safe walking route from 2700 W to 2425 W, along 5600 South to accommodate bridge reconstruction on the north side of the UPRR bridge. Demolitions has began, please plan accordingly. This addition to the route will be in place through Fall 2024.

Drivers: Slow down and be aware of the suggested safe walking routes along 5600 South. Be alert and watch for students traveling along the corridor.

For everyone's safety, please do not enter the work areas and stay away from equipment.

The UDOT Traffic app provides commuters and travelers with mobile access to information for the State of Utah roadways.   The available information includes: Emergency and incident notifications Construction alerts Anticipated delays and lane closures Road conditions Travelwise alerts A zoomable, scrollable map-based display   *download available for iPhone and Android devices

Ongoing Corridor Activities

Right-of-Way Acquisition and Demolition

Demolition work on UDOT acquired properties along 5600 South will continue. This work will take place during daytime hours. Surrounding areas can expect noise, dust, vibration, heavy equipment, and workers at each location. Short-term shoulder closures may be implemented to assist demolition equipment entering and exiting the area.

*Properties awaiting demolition are secured and routinely monitored for safety and security purposes. Trespassing will be prosecuted.

Right-of-way acquisition with affected properties along 5600 South is ongoing. If you suspect that your property may be impacted:

• Contact the project team to discuss the project timeline and potential impacts to your property by calling 385-383-6576

                               Aerial view of 5600 South (SR-97) at 2300 W facing east.