Updated August 6, 2026

Upcoming Traffic Impacts: Ramp and Lane Closures*

*Construction schedules are subject to change

As part of the I-215 and I-80 interchange, several major ramp closures began on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 8 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, follow posted detour routes, allow extra travel time, and consider alternate routes, including I-15, when traveling through the area. 

Northbound I-215 to Westbound I-80

• The northbound I-215 to westbound I-80 ramp is closed through September 2
• Airport access: Drivers traveling to Salt Lake City International Airport should use I-15 as an alternate route during this closure
• A signed detour route will be available via the 700 North exit. Motorists can use the continuous U-turn to enter southbound I-215 and proceed to westbound I-80

Northbound I-215 to Eastbound I-80

• The northbound I-215 to eastbound I-80 ramp is closed through September 2

Northbound I-215 to Redwood Road

• The northbound I-215 to Redwood Road ramp is closed through October 2

Redwood Road to Northbound I-215

• The ramp from Redwood Road to northbound I-215 is closed through July 2027
• The ramp from Redwood Road to southbound I-215 is currently open

Ongoing Traffic Impacts*

*Construction schedules are subject to change

Eastbound and Westbound I-80 Lane Restrictions

• Expect nightly lane restrictions on I-80 each night from 9 p.m. through the early morning hours
• These nightly restrictions will continue through the next week

All Traffic Shifted to West Side of I-215

• All traffic has been shifted to newly reconstructed pavement on the west side of I-215 as construction progresses into the next phase

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Ongoing Local Street Traffic Impacts*

The bridges over each of the streets below are being rehabilitated. Expect various restrictions during construction activities. 

Cross Street Closures

• 500 South: Expect intermittent traffic restrictions and lane shifts
• Indiana Avenue: Expect intermittent traffic restrictions and lane shifts
• California Avenue: Expect intermittent turning movement restrictions and lane shifts
• 1700 South: Expect intermittent traffic restrictions and lane shifts

Project Overview

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is working on a major construction rehabilitation project on I-215 West from SR-201 to North Temple. Construction is expected to continue through Summer 2027. Project Elements include:

• Roadway reconstruction
• Rehabilitation of 30 bridges
• Pavement reconstruction on 14 miles of ramps on I-80 and California Avenue
• New southbound auxiliary lane from 700 North to westbound I-80

What to Expect

• Lane closures and traffic shifts
• Reduced speeds
• Noise, dust, and vibration
• Heavy equipment, support vehicles, and crew members in the area

Project Map

*Construction schedules and traffic impacts are subject to change.