Nephi Canyon | SR-132 | Improved
Nephi Canyon | SR-132 | Improved
On Monday, May 11th, 2026 the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) began roadway improvements to State Route 132 which travels up Nephi Canyon. This project will begin at Mile Post 38.1 and will continue to Nebo Loop Road. Major improvements include roadway widening, Stormwater management, Improved barriers, and updated pavement marking paint. This project is expected to be completed in the Fall of 2026.
Construction crews are scheduled to work from 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. During this time, motorists should anticipate delays of up to 15 minutes and may encounter a temporary traffic system. This system will cause queues and the roadway will be reduced to a single lane of travel.
Overview
Project Overview
The purpose of this project is the establish consistent passing opportunities with a maximum of 6 miles between passing opportunities, as well as providing a consistent 4 ft shoulder width along the corridor. The scope of this project is to widen SR-132 from MP 38.10 to MP 39.10 to accommodate a WB passing lane and to provide a consistent 4 ft shoulder EB. These improvements with increase capacity and safety on the SR-132 corridor.
Construction crews are scheduled to work from 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. During this time, motorists should anticipate delays of up to 15 minutes and may encounter a temporary traffic system. This system will cause queues and the roadway will be reduced to a single lane of travel.
Project Map
Schedule
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Weekend work is not anticipated at this time, but could be required in order to maintain the project schedule in the future.
Schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions and material availability.
Contact Information
To contact the public information team with questions or concerns:
Hotline: 435-862-9216
Email: nephicanyon@utah.gov
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