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Statewide Transit and Human Services Transportation | Study

Statewide Transit and Human Services Transportation | Study

A coordinated UDOT–UTA study to improve human services transportation in the state of Utah.

Overview

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Statewide Study Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), Utah Transit Authority (UTA), and Utah's Urban Rural Specialized Transit Association (URSTA) are working together to study public transportation across the state as well as specialized transportation for vulnerable populations. The statewide study launched in March 2026, focuses on developing strategies better aligned with the unique transit needs of rural communities across Utah. Similar to the Wasatch Front study it will

  • Assess existing conditions
  • Identify statewide priorities
  • Identify gaps, unmet mobility needs, and barriers to public transportation across the state
  • Identify opportunities to improve transit access and connectivity, particularly in rural and underserved communities

The study will culminate in a set of actionable, organized recommendations and strategies, and a phased implementation roadmap.

In addition to the Statewide Transit and Humans Services study, UDOT, UTA, and URSTA have partnered to complete a Wasatch Front Human Services Transportation study. For information about urban efforts visit the Wasatch Front Study page.​​​​​Phase 2: Statewide Map and Timeline

Interactive Map:

To better understand where the demand for specialized transportation services exists within Utah, an interactive map was created.  The map brings together U.S. Census data and locations of key community resources, offering an easy‑to‑understand view of who lives in the region and where services are available. Explore the map below or click the button.

Statewide Transit Demographic Viewer

Study Timeline

Study timelines are often unknown and are subject to change due to funding.

Project Timeline

live
live

Needs Analysis (Summer–Fall 2026)

  • Needs Analysis and Gap Identification (July–October 2026)
  • Public Survey (September 16–November 30, 2026)

planned
planned

Fall 2026–Summer 2027

  • Presentation at Utah Rural Specialized Transit Association Conference (September 22-25, 2026)
  • Presentation at Utah Transportation Conference (October 27-29, 2026)
  • Stakeholder and Community Engagement 
    • (October–November 2026; March 2027)
    • Solutions and Strategies Development
      • (December 2026-February 2027)
    • Final Recommendations
      • (June 2027)

    complete
    complete

    Study Milestones

    • Project Management Kick-Off Meeting (March 2026)
    • Stakeholder Meetings #1 (June–July 2026)
    • Data Collection and Existing Conditions Assessment (March–June 2026)

    Contact Information

    To contact the public information team with questions or concerns:

    Kristen Hoschouer, UDOT Project Manager

    Email: khoschouer@utah.gov

    Stay Informed

    Want to keep up with the progress of the Wasatch Front Human Services Transportation Study? Sign up at the email above by entering "Human Service Transportation Updates" in the subject line to receive updates when new information becomes available, including:

    • Survey summaries
    • Draft and final documents
    • Meeting summaries
    • Opportunities to provide feedback

    Your input matters! Join our email list to stay engaged and help shape a more coordinated and seamless human service transportation network.